It is important to show yourself the love you deserve. This is especially true during assignment and exam season, when you are more likely to be stressed, worried and down.
However, it is also important to manage your finances wisely as a student.
So, here are three ways to treat yourself with minimal or no spending.
Painting your nails
Everyone looks good when they paint their nails. It calms your mind and makes you feel tidy. Taking 10-15 minutes to do something worthwhile for yourself makes you feel good and provides a necessary break from your work.
Adding some colour to your nails can also improve your self-esteem.
In places like Boots and Superdrug, you can buy most bottles for less than £4.
Taking a nature walk
By going for a walk in a forest, on a beach or along a river, you breathe fresh air and relax. Connecting yourself with nature; our shared home with all living things in the world.
Tree bathing is now prescribed by doctors to some patients. Being in the presence of nature calms us on a deep level. Even looking at wooden decor makes us feel at ease.
The local area has many places for you to take a break from your studies.
When you come back, your mind will be refreshed and ready to continue with your projects.
Read a book
You might become sick of reading because of your courses’ reading lists. But reading can still be enjoyable and even be a reward for your hard work.
Reading releases dopamine, lowers stress and improves sleep quality. Especially right before bed.
So, transport yourself to a new place, wherever that may be for you. So long as you’re enjoying yourself.
Remember, you are a powerful human who has already done so much to get to where you are right now. You are due a reward. Enjoy your books, your walks in the forest and colourful nails. You have earned them.
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Third year journalism student. 2025/2026 Lifestyle and Comment Editor at Brig. Published in The Yucatán Times, Mi Campeche and The Mourning Paper. Host of From the 40s with Air3Radio.
