There is nothing more proving of hard work than the feeling of being brain dead. Every college student knows the feeling. You're studying for that exam and all you can think about is how Cheez-its are made. The content you are covering doesn't even matter anymore. Your brain is fried. So before getting too deep into the semester, take these tips for recovering from the sizzle.
1. GTFO
TAKE A BREAK. Get out. Breathe. Stop cramming. It will only get worse from here.
2. Workout
Sweat the stress away. This one isn't my preferred method -- I would rather sit and watch the Kardashian's while eating a dozen Krispy Kreams -- but hey, do what brings you relaxation.
3. Read
Throw that $250 textbook out the window (just kidding of course), and read a SiFi or some Nicholas Sparks. Whatever gets Probability & Statistics out of your head.
4. Netflix
Not for hours, and not a whole season. But if you happen to start "Stranger Things," by all means, watch the whole thing in one sitting...Just saying. #RIPBarb
5. Music
Some nice 80s pop, a little acoustic, maybe some jammin' 00s hits. AND DANCE PARTY. Move around. Get the blood flowing.
6. Shower
When in doubt, shower. Sit in the steam for 20 minutes -- no, don't worry about your roommate. She can wait.
7. Eat
Go get some ice cream, try that new Asian restaurant, make that BuzzFeed Tasty recipe that's been popping up on Facebook for the last month.
8. Get crafty
Draw, paint, write, your right brain! Even if you don't think you're creative, give it a try!
9. Do laundry or dishes
It's a neverending cycle of life. There are always chores to be done. #death
10. Sleep
Take a nap. You won't want to get up, but you deserve to let you brain process information!
11. Find a new favorite study spot
Your brain may need a change of scenery to absorb new information! It's like a scavenger hunt!
12. Pinterest
A go-to! Pinterest satisfies all of my obsessions: weddings, movies, memes, etc.
13. Call your Mom
You don't call enough. Admit it.
14. Contemplate changing your major
You will look into every credit that transfers, how many points you can miss, how many classes you can sleep through and may even email your counselor.
And when in doubt...
15. Cry
Tears. They solve nothing. But feel great.
