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5 Tips For Having A Great Summer

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It’s everybody’s favorite time of the year again! Where the weather is warm and the pool has never looked more desirable. People are a little bit happier and a lot tanner in the summertime. Here are five tips to have a great summer:

1. Go on an adventure (travel somewhere).

While summer isn't just a full break from life it is a time where things slow down and taking some time off for yourself is acceptable. Going away on a vacation to a place you have never been before is a great way to explore and escape.


2. Get some sun.

Nothing makes a person feel better than a little glowing, tan skin. An appropriate amount of sunlight exposure helps give your body Vitamin D. Tanning in moderation also helps release endorphins (the feel good chemical) into your body, making you happier and more relaxed. Just remember, don't forget to wear sunscreen!

3. Try something new.

"Adulting" involves getting used to being in a routine. As a college student, your life may consist of work then school, school then work, or doing school while you're at work. The grind never stops! So, try something different that you normally don't do. Maybe pick up an activity that you've always wanted to try like paddle boarding, swimming, painting, playing a sport, etc.

4. Be productive.

Your priorities definitely don't take a back seat during summertime. Life can still be demanding at times, which is why it's important to remember not to get too lazy. When you have free time and you recognize that you aren't taking full advantage of it, do something useful with your time.


5. Don't forget to relax.


Grab your beverage of choice, head to the pool or the beach, kick your feet up and do as Baloo and Mowgli would do and "Forget about your worries and your strife."

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