Looking after your wellbeing: Advice from our students

We so often hear the term "take care of your wellbeing", but what does that really look like at university? In our latest blog, our Undergraduate Ambassadors share the one piece of advice that has made the biggest difference to their own wellbeing.

Here's what they had to say: 

Will Griffiths, first-year BSc Business & Management student

My top tip for wellbeing at university is pretty simple: spend time with your friends and get moving together. For me, that means heading to the Sports Hub with a few mates for the rock up and play football sessions. You don't need to organise anything or be particularly good, you just show up and get involved. It's free, the vibes are always good, and there's something about being active and competitive with your friends that is just genuinely fun. It never feels like exercise, just a good time.

Having something regular to look forward to each week makes a real difference, especially during busier or stressful periods. You're switching off from uni work, releasing some energy, and spending quality time with people you like, all at once. It doesn't have to be football either, the Sports Hub has loads of options, so it's worth exploring what works for you. The main thing is finding something that gets you away from your desk and around good people. That combination has probably done more for my wellbeing than anything else at Warwick. 

Lucy Bignell, first-year BSc Business & Management with Placement Year student

When deadlines loom, it’s easy to spend all day indoors looking at a screen or in the library. Refresh your mind by stepping outside.

Even a short walk benefits both your physical and mental health. It gives you the chance to step away from your studies and ground yourself in nature. During term time, I often go for a walk each day, usually bringing my camera so I can appreciate what I discover. It helps me relax, reconnect with the world around me and make more time for my hobby. 

Warwick has a beautiful campus, so make sure you explore it. The woods are my personal favourite, but there's so much to discover on your doorstep. If you live off campus, explore your local area instead. Whether you play sports with friends or prefer a walk with a podcast, getting outside is an easy way to recharge and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Vatsal Patel, second-year BSc Business & Management student

One thing I’ve learned is that looking after your wellbeing doesn’t always require major lifestyle changes. Sometimes, the simplest habits can make the biggest difference.

My top wellbeing tip is to go for a walk every day.

During term, I take a solo walk around Warwick’s campus nearly every evening. What started as a way to take a study break has become one of the most important parts of my day. With lectures, assignments, deadlines and career plans all competing for attention, it’s easy to move from one task to the next without pausing.

For me, these walks provide that pause. An hour away from my desk helps me clear my mind, reflect on the day and let go of stress. Walking through campus in the evening, when it’s quieter, gives me space to appreciate the calm and regain perspective.

Whenever I feel overwhelmed, I return from these walks calmer, more focused and ready for the next day. My advice to other students is simple: step away from your work. Sometimes the best way to move forward is to slow down.

Kristine Wan, second-year BSc Accounting & Finance student 

One thing that has made the biggest difference to my wellbeing at university is getting outside and moving my body.

When coursework starts piling up, it's easy to spend the whole day sitting at your desk. I've learned that even a short walk can completely change my mindset. Whether it's walking behind Bluebell, around the lakes, or exploring a new hiking trail at the weekend, spending time outdoors helps me clear my head and come back feeling much more focused.

Warwick also offers so many ways to stay active. I've met some of my closest friends through horse riding and polo, but there are countless sports and societies to try. You don't have to be an athlete, but simply trying something new can boost your mood more than you might expect.

One thing I remind myself is that you don't need to wait until you feel motivated. Often, motivation comes after you've taken that first step outside.