The decision to embark upon further learning is really exciting and can be a little daunting. Whether you are heading off to university, undertaking vocational training, or finessing your skills through professional training or additional learning at work, it’s so much more than just the learning. It’s a lifestyle adjustment, it’s finding the balance between learning and working, and it’s meeting new people.
Taking all of this on can seem overwhelming for almost everyone but learning to navigate this chapter of your life while simultaneously managing your CML can feel like an extra challenge.
We have curated a list of useful tips to support you as you head into studying, learning, or training with CML.
It’s very easy to sit at a desk for hours on end when you are studying or working on coursework. While it’s great to find a flow with your work and to be in the zone, the power of frequent breaks should not be underestimated.
Taking on learning in any of its many forms is definitely a challenge, and doing it with CML may feel like an impossible feat at times. If you feel overwhelmed, don’t forget to use the resources of your workplace, college, or university. It’s a good idea to reach out to the support systems that are available to you. What you disclose it up to you, but it can be beneficial to explain as much of your circumstance as you are comfortable with so that adjustments can be made for your learning, work, coursework, placement and exams if need be.
While embarking on further learning, training or education may be a huge goal for you and may feel like the most important part of your life right now, so too is your health. You are only human, and if even after trying all of the tips above it still feels like too much, there is no shame in putting your learning to one side for now. The option to come back and finish what you started is there for you if and when you feel ready.