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40 Things To Do When You Really Need To Procrastinate

You know you don't want to write that paper.

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40 Things To Do When You Really Need To Procrastinate
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Sometimes it can be just so hard to pay attention to that book you have to read for class or that test you have to study for. While the clock is ticking, there's just no motivation to be found.

I've compiled a list of things to do when you just can't study anymore. They take anywhere from two seconds to a long weekend and honestly can help to reset your mind and your body for getting down to business.

1. Watch a Vine compilation

2. Play a game of Sudoku

3. Call your parents

4. Plan a trip somewhere for summer break

5. Drink some water

6. Make a new Spotify playlist

7. Take a deep breath

8. Order Postmates or UberEats

9. Apply to volunteer for a cause you support!

10. Go online shopping

11. Bake a pie

12. Walk around the block

13. Buy a plant from your local nursery

14. Take a 30-minute power nap

15. Paint your nails

16. Go for a run

17. Watch Jenna Marbles

18. Scream into a pillow

19. Make a smoothie

20. Debate to yourself about whether or not water is wet

21. Create a "dream wedding" Pinterest board

22. Go to the bathroom

23. Start and finish "The Office"

24. Watch "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings" extended editions back to back (19hrs and 39m of fun!)

25. Buy a new video game

26. Relax in a bubble bath

27. Come up with a new makeup look

28. Book a random Airbnb for the weekend

29. Color in a coloring book

30. Binge "Sex and the City"

31. Buy a vape and learn how to blow O's

32. Change your sheets

33. Write a postcard to your grandparents (or your aunt, godfather, etc.)

34. Make a pros and cons list

35. Message that cute boy from class/work

36. Clean out your phone (delete useless pictures, apps, etc.)

37. Clip your toenails/fingernails

38. Make a bath bomb and then use it

39. Pack your bags, go to the airport and hop on the cheapest ticket you can

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