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Managing Time and Life as a College Student

  College life is fun, but honestly, it’s not as easy as it looks. Between classes, assignments, health, and finding a little personal time, things can get overwhelming. I go through this every day, and I’m still figuring it out. So instead of giving “perfect” advice, I just want to share my own routine, struggles, and small things that have worked for me. Maybe you’ll connect with it.


I set my alarm for 6:30 AM, but let’s be real—I usually don’t get out of bed until 7:00. The first thing I do is grab my phone, and half an hour just vanishes into checking notifications and scrolling. At that moment, it feels relaxing, but later I regret it. My eyes feel heavy, and I feel like I’ve already wasted time before the day even began. I’m trying to reduce this habit, and even small changes—like leaving my phone on the table instead of my bed—make a difference. _“How you start your morning often decides how you live your day.”_


Classes start at 9:00 AM, and by the time I’m done, I feel drained. I’ve tried studying in the evenings, but it never works for me. My brain just refuses. So instead, I go to the gym. That one hour makes me feel alive again, and it clears out the stress from the day. The tricky part is managing my studies. I’ve realized I need to use the small breaks in the day, or even mornings, to get work done. Otherwise, things pile up, and it becomes a mess. _“A little progress each day adds up to big results.”_


I’m not a time-management expert, but these little things help me. Cutting down on morning phone time, even by ten minutes, makes me feel more in control. Writing down tasks—even a small list on my phone—keeps me on track. Studying in short bursts of 30–40 minutes feels doable, while forcing myself for hours never works. Finishing small assignments early gives me a sense of achievement, and adding rewards like a game, a walk, or a snack makes studying less painful.


For me, fitness is not just about the body, it’s about the mind. Going to the gym isn’t only exercise—it’s therapy. Some days, when I’m too tired for a full workout, even doing stretches or a quick jog feels good. Moving my body helps me reset my brain. _“Take care of your body; it’s the only place you have to live.”_


I also don’t believe free time is wasted—I actually need it. Playing board games with friends, spending a little time on video games, or reading a few pages of a book gives me balance. Without these small joys, college life would just feel like a never-ending cycle of work.


Managing time in college isn’t about sticking to a strict timetable—it’s about finding your own balance. I’m still learning. Some days I get it right, and some days I don’t. But that’s okay. What matters is trying to improve, little by little. And honestly, sharing this makes me feel lighter, because I know I’m not the only one struggling with this. _“Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create.”_


Salmanul Faris Poozhithara

3rd Semester B.COM Computer Application

DCMS, ACAS

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