Talking Burnout with Hari — Lessons from Student Leadership
Wellbeing, Student Focus Grant Freeman Wellbeing, Student Focus Grant Freeman

Talking Burnout with Hari — Lessons from Student Leadership

The blog shares Hari’s honest reflection on experiencing burnout during his time as a student leader with MiTSA. He describes early warning signs like constant fatigue, poor sleep, and loss of motivation, even while working harder than ever. Hari opens up about the pressure of leadership, balancing study and commitments, and how burnout made him feel ineffective despite his effort. Through recognising the signs, exercising regularly, time-blocking, and learning to say no, he rebuilt balance and focus. His story highlights that burnout isn’t failure but feedback — a reminder to prioritise wellbeing, communicate openly, and create supportive student communities.

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Beyond Intelligence: Finding My True Self
Wellbeing, Mental Health Shashi Wellbeing, Mental Health Shashi

Beyond Intelligence: Finding My True Self

In this heartfelt reflection, Shashi, a Master’s student in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Adelaide, shares his journey of learning that life is more than chasing grades, jobs, or even intelligence itself. Through mindfulness, yoga, and meditation, he found balance, resilience, and a deeper sense of what it means to be human. This blog explores the challenges of pressure and anxiety, the practices that brought calm and clarity, and the importance of blending science with spirituality to live with purpose, compassion, and awareness.

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Systems Worth Maintaining: Building Strength Beyond the Screen
Wellbeing, student focus Karen Veigas Wellbeing, student focus Karen Veigas

Systems Worth Maintaining: Building Strength Beyond the Screen

Ever struggled with late nights, skipped meals, and endless coffee while coding? Karen Veigas knows the cycle well. In this post, she shares how she went from unhealthy study habits to building fitness and balance as a master’s student in Computer Science. Discover how movement became her anchor and how small, consistent steps can help sustain wellbeing in tech.

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