Amazon Bestseller
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Amazon Bestseller 〰️
Student Thrive Mode
The science-backed guide to help students thrive – not just survive – at university
Overwhelmed. Exhausted. Burnt out.
If you’re a student (or care about one), this book is for you.
Today’s students are under more pressure than ever before – but it doesn’t have to be this way.
University should be the launchpad for your future, not the reason you burn out before you begin. Student Thrive Mode offers a new way forward: one that works with your biology, not against it.
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What This Book Is
A guide rooted in science and real-world experience
Packed with tools that are completely free to use
Honest about what’s making students unwell (and what to do about it)
Designed to work with your brain and body, not shame you into change
An empowering roadmap to help students feel better, think better, and do better
What This Book Isn’t
A productivity guilt trip
A lecture from another adult telling you to “just manage your time better”
A quick-fix pill or mindfulness trend
A substitute for serious mental health support
What You’ll Learn Inside
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Train your brain for focus (even with distractions all around)
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Boost clarity and mood through smart nutrition swaps
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Sleep well and wake up rested – even during exam season.
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Get energised – no gym membership or equipment required
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Make meaningful relationships and find your tribe
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Master breathing techniques to calm anxiety in under 5 minutes
Download a sample chapter
Thrive at Uni.
Not Just Survive.
Thrive at Uni. Not Just Survive.
Meet the Author
Philippa Charrier is an award-winning designer, student wellbeing advocate, co-founder of FAT Properties, and mum of three. She’s spent the last decade creating environments and tools that help students thrive – not just academically, but mentally and emotionally too.
She’s the co-author of the bestselling Designed for Wellbeing and has been featured in press including The Times. Her work blends architecture, neuroscience and daily habit change to give students a better chance at success – on their own terms.
Frequently asked questions
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Unlike generic study guides or time-management books, this is a science-backed toolkit that blends psychology, neuroscience, and practical daily habits. It goes beyond advice to give students step-by-step ways to manage energy, focus, and wellbeing.
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No – and it doesn’t pretend to be. But many students aren’t unwell – they’re just out of sync. This book offers tools that can reset the system, build resilience and complement professional help.
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Student Thrive Mode is written for university students who feel overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck in “survival mode.” It’s also a valuable tool for parents, teachers, and student support teams who want practical strategies to help students thrive.
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Absolutely. The strategies are simple, flexible and grounded in how real brains (not textbook-perfect ones) actually work.
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Yes! Sixth formers, gap year students, and early career professionals will all benefit from these tools.
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Yes. Many parents and educators find it gives them a language and framework to support students without nagging. It includes tools and conversation prompts you can use together.
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Not at all. The book is designed so students can dip into the parts they need most — whether that’s sleep, stress, focus, or energy — and immediately put the tools into practice.
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That’s OK. The book is written in short, accessible sections with quick exercises. Students can use it like a guidebook — pick a strategy, try it out, and come back when they’re ready for the next step.
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Student Thrive Mode is available from Amazon, Waterstones, Foyles, and other major retailers.
