How to beat the heat of pandemic and keep the learning going?

Dealing with the times of pandemic are difficult for students. Online studies, not being able to be at campus, meet the peers and professors adds to stress and anxiety. Students are confused and finding it difficult to manage the studies. How can they deal with the global impact of corona pandemic world-wide.

1.    Stay Home: As most of institutions of higher education are going online, there is no point of going out for any reason whatsoever. Probably the safest place is your home in the current scenario.

2.    Stay Connected: Staying in touch with peers, mentors, faculties and people who matter in your life would help psychologically.

3.    Avoid Noise: Too much dependence on social media may not help you in the times of crisis. There may be sensational and fake news which will consume time and the mind.

4.    Win over Fear: Atmosphere of fear, worry and anxiety does not let creativity and productivity to prosper. Fear of any kind whether education, career or future job prospects must be avoided. Have a positive environment to sail through negativity.

5.    Strong Academics: Just because classes are online does not mean that you loose focus on your studies. As online mode is way of life now, embrace it with full sincerity.

6.     Help Others: Please help those in need in whatever way possible. Small efforts towards the people around you may help in huge way.

7.    Be creative & Upgrade your Skills: Think about your interests and the future areas where you want to develop expertise. Upgrading skills would definitely help you rather than worrying about a job.

8.    Find out an Internship: Remote work will help you understand the real world problem solving. Look for the internships that help you develop your experience and explore future job options.

9. Keep Positivity: Difficult times will pass. It is very important to stay positive and work towards improving other people’s life in any way. Empathy towards others will help you develop into a strong personality.