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How to get Organised for a Stress-Free Semester

There will always be a variety of commitments competing for your attention. That' whys it's vital to figure out a schedule that works for you.

Staying organised is the best way to avoid stress and anxiety, especially as your schedule gets progressively hard-pressed. While scheduling may seem like another addition to your to-do list, it benefits you to maintain a clear mental state by focusing on individual tasks instead of being overwhelmed. Just making a plan to get them done can save you from study anxiety.

Five Things Tutors Do More Than Just Save Grades

Tutoring is all about guiding the development of personal qualities to be turned into useful skills

Tutoring is not just about getting a distinction or credit for a subject (cliche, but true), it involves guiding the development of personal qualities to be turned into useful skills.

Whether you favour form or function, we've got the tips to help you fit in and stand out.

A quick google search of ‘How to Dress for University’ brings up a litany of how-to's, guides, and op-eds from all corners of the internet. Whatever your personal opinion and level of nonchalance, one thing that you can’t argue with is the effect your dress will have, not only on the way you are perceived but also on your self-esteem and confidence.

You're not alone. You matter. Don't give up.

We've already talked about how to organise your semester to reduce stress and study anxiety. However, its perfectly ok if we fall behind on some things. The snowball effect of planning assignments, being actively involved in societies, and managing financial strains can start weighing on one’s mind.

Writing an Essay is like Baking a Cake...

This easy to understand method will let you uplevel your essay writing.

Each type of cake has different ingredients which make them unique. Similarly, every literary work you will study has features which make it distinctive.

You’ve all heard the saying: ‘preparation is key.’

When it comes to exams, preparation involves reviewing the content, making study notes, spending time learning this information and doing practice questions as an exam simulation.

Each individual has qualities that make us unique. If everyone is different, then why should there be a one size fits all approach to learning?

At Platute, we believe there shouldn’t be. In order to get the most out of learning and reach your full potential, it is important to know how best you understand and retain information.

Even from the first few weeks, the traps of busy life may start to feel consuming, with uni studies, work commitments and social life all competing to be your #1 priority.

For most of us at Platute, we know how overwhelming the balancing act can become, and especially finding the time to exercise amid the chaos.

A wise man once said: “never waste any time you can spend sleeping.”

As students, though we would tend to agree with this truism, it is easy to forget just how valuable sleep is when exams sneak up and the study seems never ending.