Detaching From Your Studies – Is It an Impossible Task?
Freedom is often mentioned as a positive aspect of the student life. With an increase in studying from home and…
Mind matters -blog
Our blog addresses topical issues related to student wellbeing and takes a stand. The writers consists of the employees of Nyyti ry, other actors in the field of mental health as well as students. Would you like to write to our blog? Please contact Sofia Lindqvist, email: sofia.lindqvist@nyyti.fi
Facing changes in this pandemic: View of an international student
Between June and August, Finland experiences its summertime where the days are longer, and the temperature is warmer. Those working…
The Unbearable Weight of Remote Studies
I’m in the middle of my last summer as a student. If everything goes as planned, I’ll be a Master…
Studying, and More Studying – How Can We Recover Over the Summer?
Insecurity. Loneliness. Goals and the pressure they bring. Those words may be an accurate summary of someone’s experiences and moods…
Entering the Workforce – Is the Change Wonderful or Horrific?
When you finish comprehensive school, you need to think about your next move. Are you going to enroll in upper…
Amidst change, the most important thing is to be gentle with yourself
I graduated with a master’s degree in political sciences three years ago, in June. The change was fundamental, as I…
STUDENT, YOU’VE LEARNED SOMETHING VALUABLE THIS SPRING
This spring has been an unusual one. These exceptional circumstances have affected all of us, some more favorably than others….
#Mindmate – Petra Berg, psychotherapist and CBT specialist
It’s no coincidence that Petra Berg works with people. Helping others has always been important to her, and she’s dedicated…
Friendship in the time of corona
The corona crisis has turned the lives of many upside down. Also for a student, life seems very different than…
Fight loneliness with curiosity and courage!
Last August I had the privilege to visit the Welcome Fair at the University of Helsinki to welcome new international…