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Personal Growth and Wellbeing Comprehensive Well-being: Well-being is More Than Absence of Illness or Disability Are you physically energized and healthy? Can you manage your emotions effectively? Do you feel connected to a community? Continue reading to uncover the full dimension of well-being! Effective Learning Exam Fighter University education emphasizes active learning and encourages students to read more. Effective Learning Unlocking Your Learning Potential During the learning process, you may be filled with excitement, curiosity or thirst for knowledge; but you may also be overwhelmed by anxiety, confusion and frustration when encountering difficulties. Interpersonal Relationship Navigating Family Relationships Entering university, our lives suddenly become busier. As we invest a lot of time in academics, social activities, and other commitments, it's easy to drift apart from our family. Interpersonal Relationship The Art of Meaningful Connections Whether you are a freshman or a student of another grade, entering a new social circle and making new friends is often challenging. Interpersonal Relationship Weep with those who weep It is not uncommon to encounter frustration and setbacks at different life stages, which may lead to emotional instability. Interpersonal Relationship Tango of Love The right person has finally walked into your life. From an initial attraction to ambivalence towards developing intimacy to finally making a commitment, you may be overwhelmed by excitement and curiosity during the process. Effective Learning Managing Exam Stress As the new semester begins, the campus becomes crowded and busy. New University Life/ Adjustment Pursuing Your Ideal U Life Congratulations! You have stepped out from the “University Station” to become a CUHK student! New University Life/ Adjustment Expanding Cultural Horizons Studying here is an exciting adventure as well as a major life transition for all freshmen. For a non-local student, entering university and living in a different cultural environment also entails a process of dual adjustment. New University Life/ Adjustment Mental Wellness Tool Box for New Students After school term starts, some of you may fit smoothly into the University, but some may feel at a loss and need more time to adapt to this new environment. Effective Learning How to Improve Concentration Level? After entering university, some students feel that they are occupied by lots of commitments, such as joining different student organizations, working part-time and dating etc. While you are studying and working on assignments, did you find it easy to get distracted and hard to concentrate on your studies? Behavioral Health Say No to Procrastination Procrastination habit is something we've all experienced to some degree or another. Behavioral Health Tips for Keeping Refreshed and Preventing Burnout In face of stress, do you have any effective strategies to remain refreshed? Behavioral Health Good Night, Sleep Tight Insomnia or chronic sleep problems can have adverse effects on our learning, memory, thinking, attention, and emotions. Behavioral Health Using “SMART Goals” Formula Have you set any goals for this semester yet? If not, you might want to check out the following tips to help you set SMART goals.