Summer is all about opportunity, getting out, trying new things, and finding yourself. It's easy to list the things that you should do during summer vacation in order to achieve these things but what about the things you should steer clear from? Below are a few of the things that you should not do this summer in order to maintain balance, happiness, and have one hell of a summer break.
1. Stay in and Sleep in
It goes without say that summer is the time when you usually have the most free time. Don't waste your days indoors. Get out and be spontaneous! Explore your surroundings, there's always something out there to do.
2. Flake on your plans
It's in our nature to make a mental or physical bucket list in preparation of summer break. Don't get lazy or unmotivated and not complete the things you said you would. Another hook off of this tip is to follow through with your plans with other people. Don't make promises you can't keep, follow through and have a fun with the people closest to you.
3. Eat out
Try new recipes and cook at home. My usual excuse for eating out is not having time to cook. But i've found myself having more time and trying out new dishes. Snapchat's TasteMade channel on the discovery page is the perfect place for quick easy recipe inspiration. Pro tip!
4. Be heartbroken
Let me tell you, summer is the best time to heal because of the lack of heavy workload that exists during the school year. Use summer to slowly move on from heartbreak. If you are starting a relationship during the summer proceed with caution, be lit not sad during break
5. Be afraid of change
Don't forget about that old desk that you've been meaning to throw out, or that Pinterest room decor that you've been meaning to do for months. Change up your space and redecorate. There's millions of college budget ways to do this the information is all online at the tip of your fingers.
6. Go somewhere cold
Remember when you were complaining about the snow and cold temperatures? Don't complain now about the summer sun, embrace the heat, wear less, go out more.
7. Have a free weekend
Try and be productive even on your lazy days. Start a book and read out by the pool. You can relax and be productive, always maintain good energy and stay happy.
8. Be a promiscuous reader
Or a book abandoner. Do research on your book before reading it and finish it! I understand sometimes it can either be hard to get through or you start losing interest but don't let that habit start to reflect your habits in life. It's the little things.
9. Complain
Try and keep a positive outlook on things. If you feel things are starting to get a little overwhelming and you are irritant, express those feelings in healthier ways (writing, exercise, music, etc.). It's always nice to have someone to talk to but spare them as well, a complainer can be hard to sympathize with.
10. Be afraid to spend
Always try and budget or find cheaper versions of activities you'd like to do. Don't overspend but also don't be afraid to spend. Sometimes things are worth their costs, not everything in life is free and during the summer you'll realize that a little splurge on something that can potentially give you great experiences and stories won't hurt.
11. Be careless
Remember to make healthy and smart choices. Don't be careless, be carefree. Know what is right and good for you and don't let your judgment get clouded. Do what makes you happy and love yourself, always.
Try a few of these tips out and find yourself having a stress-free, carefree summer!
