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Build a sustainable network for young researchers with this wellbeing toolkit.
Daily routine
Look for a daily structure and make a clear schedule. It's important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. So don't spend too many hours behind your desk! Eat healthy, sleep and exercise regularly. Going for a walk in the fresh air is good for you!
Stay connected with family or friends. Sharing feelings with people you trust is relieving. Find people who are more relaxed, this often has a positive impact. But don't forget about friends or family members who are having a hard time.
What if worrying keeps you awake?
The best sleeping advice: If you worry often, try limiting this to a peak moment, "the peak quarter". Choose a fixed moment in the day that you can fully worry. But make sure to also write down your thoughts so you can let them go.
Daily exercise in the morning or early afternoon improves sleep.
Be kind to yourself / Don’t be so hard on yourself!
Do what you can, but don't judge yourself if you can't do it right away. It is important to find a balance. Keep doing things that you like and that give you energy. Listen to music that makes you feel good! Cook something different for dinner, treat yourself.
Social contact (at a distance)
Would you like to meet new people in Ghent? With the KLIK app you can find a walking buddy right away.
Want to work or study at a different location? Use the Blokmap!
Looking for a confidant? You can always contact trustpunt@ugent.be. You will also find a listening ear at the faculty, with the confidential contacts. They work closely with the people at Trustpunt. For the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, this is Luc Tirry.
Do you feel out of sorts and in need of a chat? Are you worried about a friend? Ghent has numerous organisations such as 'Content in Ghent' that you can turn to.
