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Managing your stress is also good for your ______ health.
Mental
Burnout reduces overall output.
True
I arrive in your inbox, but you shouldn't have to deal with me in the middle of the night. What am I?
Emails
Name one academic-related barrier to balance.
A heavy academic workload
What skill helps you change plans when something unexpected happens?
Flexibility or adaptability
Time ______ is a category of work-life balance.
Management
A healthy work-life balance requires constant effort.
True
I help you decide what matters most when you have too many tasks and too little time. What am I?
Prioritizing
What does setting boundaries mean?
Keeping work and personal time separate
What skill do you use when you're overwhelmed and cannot finish a task alone?
Asking for help
If you know about ______ ahead of time, you can be prepared.
Changes
You don't need to prioritize your goals to have a healthy work-life balance.
False
I can build up when demands become too much, leaving you exhausted and less productive. What am I?
Burnout
What does “Hakuna Matata” mean?
No worries
What action word describes the most important step in effective time management?
Prioritize
Finishing your work tasks on time or ______ can greatly reduce your stress.
Early
Thinking about work outside working hours can disrupt your work-life balance.
True
I disappear when you keep checking work messages on vacation. To get me back, put work aside. What am I?
Unplugging from work
Name 4 time-management practices that help maintain balance.
Using a planner, scheduling tasks, setting weekly goals, or making a to-do list.
Name three ways to manage stress.
Exercise, relaxation techniques, and spending time on hobbies
Keeping up to date with computer-based apps and programs helps you manage ______.
Technology
Achieving a positive work-life balance is easily attainable for everyone.
False
I am not about giving work and life exactly the same number of hours. I change as your priorities change. What am I?
Work-life balance
What negative outcomes are associated with work-life imbalance among university students? (5)
Anxiety, depression, increased stress, burnout, and higher dropout intentions.
What strategies can help prevent procrastination?
Breaking tasks into smaller steps, setting reasonable deadlines, rewarding yourself, and minimizing distractions