Warm Hearts with Eggs

Activity description

The club committee member used PowerPoint on the day of the activity to explain the symptoms of stress and methods for alleviating it to fellow students. They then led the group in making egg waffles, demonstrating that cooking can also serve as a form of stress relief.

Activity highlight

On 19 May, the “Warm Hearts with Eggs” activity was held in the cooking room. The activity aimed to explain the symptoms of stress and methods for alleviating it to students, whilst also engaging them in making egg waffles. It was hoped that students could temporarily set aside their worries whilst preparing the treats.

At the outset, committee members introduced the concept of stress and its potential symptoms to attendees, helping them recognise the physical and psychological manifestations of excessive pressure. Several stress-relief techniques were then demonstrated, including deep breathing, sensory engagement, and establishing long-term healthy habits, enabling students to apply these methods practically. Finally, students first observed committee members preparing egg waffles before returning to their groups to attempt making them themselves. Both students and committee members thoroughly enjoyed the process!

Committee members explained the symptoms of stress and methods for alleviating it to fellow students, hoping they would apply this knowledge effectively in their daily lives.

The students watched intently as committee members demonstrated the first few steps.

Following the activity, students also provided some encouraging feedback. Their responses were positive, with many noting that making egg waffles helped them unwind and provided a sense of accomplishment. They particularly enjoyed the taste of their own creations! Furthermore, this marked the first time committee members had used the cooking room (as it had previously been undergoing refurbishment). Consequently, holding the activity in this space held special significance for them.

Purpose behind this activity

Committee members hope that through this activity, students will gain an understanding of stress symptoms and methods for alleviating stress, enabling them to cope more effectively under pressure.