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Managing Financial Stress

TAKE CARE OF YOUR FINANCES.

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.

College can be stressful. Financial stress can make it feel even harder. The good news? Small habits, healthy coping strategies, and the right support can make a big difference.

Financial Stress & Daily Life

Financial stress can affect many areas of your daily life and make it harder to do the things that are most important to you.  

Trouble

concentrating

Difficulty

sleeping

Increased

anxiety

Less motivation and energy

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HEALTHY HABITS THAT REDUCE FINANCIAL STRESS

Explore the following strategies and consider adding these helpful habits to your daily routine.

Helps prevent surprises and keeps you on track. 

Builds awareness and confidence in your finances. 

Reduces last-minute stress and helps you prepare.

Makes financial decisions easier when you need to make them.

Creates a sense of progress and security.

Getting help early can prevent problems from becoming more difficult to manage.

COPING STRATEGIES FOR FINANCIAL STRESS

When financial stress starts to build, taking a few moments to care for yourself can make a big difference. Explore each link with healthy coping strategies and discover simple ways to incorporate them into your daily routine to help you reset, recharge, and manage stress more effectively.

YOU DON'T HAVE TO DO THIS ALONE

UTEP has many resources ready to support you and help you succeed. 

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