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12 Things To Do When You're Grounded

Because you can have fun while not having fun

Hinal Pujara
Nov 22, 2016
Wheeling, West Virginia
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12 Things To Do When You're Grounded

As teenagers, we've all been grounded before. It can suck not being allowed to hang out with your friends for the weekend; however, there are some beneficial things you can do instead of wilting away in your bedroom...

1. Watch a Neflix documentary

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Netflix has a wide array of notable documentaries. Yesterday, I watched the one about the Amanda Knox case. It was done very, very well, and I highly recommend. Next I plan on watching Making a Murderer and 13TH.


2. Finish your homework

Last night, I sat at my desk and read through the Princeton Review's AP US History chapters. Then I finished my long overdue homework from that class, completed Friday's homework, and even cranked out an essay due Monday. Needless to say, I felt very accomplished for being so productive on a Saturday night.

3. Clean your room

It's about time you put away those dirty socks from under your bed and throw out the 14 plastic water bottles tossed all over your room. Folding my freshly done laundry is my last and favorite touch in having a clean room. Having a clean room makes it easier to sleep; I'm serious, I think that was scientifically proven or something.

4. Take a shower

Honestly there's nothing like taking a long hot shower and feeling so energized and fresh afterwards.

5. Donate your old clothes.

'Tis the season. This time of the year is best for cleaning out your closet and donating what you don't need anymore. It's a good deed and keeps your closet clean!

6. Make dinner

I'm not much of a cook, but sometimes it can be fun making enchiladas or a lasagna. Plus it'll help you prepare for living alone in the future. Not to mention that food honestly tastes better when you make it yourself.

7. Bake cookies

Again, 'tis the season!! Nothing says the holiday season than baking a batch of chocolate chip cookies with your sibling! The vanilla aroma floating around your home and the satisfaction of your stomach will make the mess worth it.

8. Study for the SAT

Lol JK, who am I kidding?

9. Workout

HAHA yeah right. Keep eating those chocolate chip cookies.

10. Start a journal

It's never too late to start! Keeping a journal helps me put my thoughts down on paper, and see my mental progession over the years. It's amazing to see how far I've come and the changes in my life since freshman year.

11. Look up Black Friday deals

Black Friday is less than a week away, and if you plan on doing some major damage this year, make sure you're prepared! Find the best buys of the season, and don't settle for anything less. NerdWallet has a great overview of a bunch of different deals at various stores.

12. Take a nap

And if all else fails, take a nap because you deserve it.

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