How to Manage Stress as a Student and Still Thrive

Background During a campus mentorship session, a student once told me: “I feel like I’m always tired and behind. Between lectures, assignments, exams, and expectations from home, I don’t even know how to breathe.” This is a reality for many students. Academic life comes with pressure—deadlines, exams, financial struggles, and the desire to succeed. But

How to Study Smart Without Losing Your Life: The Balance Every Student Needs

Background I once mentored a young woman named Ayo who was preparing for her final university exams. She was determined to graduate with distinction, so she spent nearly every hour reading, revising, and attending tutorials. But over time, her health started failing. She couldn’t sleep properly, barely ate, and withdrew from friends and even her