Learning to overcome stress

The exhibitors and organising committee members

The second Stress-free Campaign 2016 was held at Sungai Long Campus on 1 and 2 November 2016. “The campaign aimed to bring down stress levels and improve the mental health and well-being of the students in order for them to perform at their full potential,” said Department of Student Affairs of Sungai Long Campus (DSA-SL), Counselling & Guidance Unit’s Navamani Nagappon.

Several activities were held during the event such as workshops, games, and exhibitions. In addition, students were taught various steps and techniques that they can use to cope with stress.

A workshop titled “Peace Work – A four Step Process to Emotional Well-being” conducted by Youth@Peace Revolution Project Founder Natasha Brand taught students how to be at peace with oneself through identifying stress, anxiety and depression.

Wong’s student Lim De Shawn (standing) styling a participant’s hair

Another workshop on personal grooming led by A Cut Above Academy Head Peter Wong, taught participants basic grooming tips that aimed to improve their self-image and self-confidence.

Students taking stress assessments

At one of the booths, students had the chance to make their own stress balls using balloons and flour. At the “Hit Your Fear” booth, students were required to hit notes with their hand-written fears with darts. Other activities were stress assessments and karaoke sessions.

The Stress-free Campaign 2016 was organised by the Department of Student Affairs of Sungai Long Campus (DSA-SL), Counselling and Guidance Unit.

Participants making stress balls

Participants attempting to hit their fears