In life, there always seems to be a major test that leaves you up at night worried about the outcome. It could be anything such as an Organic Chemistry final exam, the GRE, a Calculus III exam, the GED, or a cumulative exam for a class you never attended. Yes, you should study to ensure a satisfactory result and yes it probably requires a lot of time, energy and recourses to do correctly. However, let's be real here: Hulu and a bottle of Mikes Hard Lemonade is a lot more enjoyable than looking at a textbook for hours on end. Here are some ideas on how to avoid studying as told by an absorbent, yellow and porous expert.
1. Go for a bike ride
There is nothing better than the wind in your hair, the beautiful scenery, the fresh air and the occasional cow to make a nice bike ride wash all your worries away. It is very hard to think about Statistics homework when trying to pedal up a difficult uphill. (See, I’m using the momentum from going down this hill to help me get up the next uphill. I’m totally studying for my physics exam.)
2. Clean EVERYTHING in your apartment
It is surprising how dirty your apartment gets when you have an important test coming up. All of the dishes seem to be dirty such as the ones neatly put away in the cabinets without a speck of dust on them. Who can study with a smug on the bathroom mirror or without first taking out the trash. There is a long list of chores that need to be done and can always take precedence over academics.
3. Eat a Krabby Patty
There is no possible way to study on a empty stomach. While there may not be a Krusty Krab to dine at here in Tuscaloosa there are plenty of other good substitutes. (“Oh, I’m sorry I can’t study for the LSAT now, Jalapeños is having a sale on Margaritas”… “Yes I will totally study for my Computer Ethics final; however, Midnight Sushi exists so sorry.”)
4. Blow Bubbles
Bubbles are fun to blow and create a plethora of different shapes and designs that last for a few fleeting moments. If you’re lucky, you could also make a new best friend like Spongebob did with Bubble Buddy.
5. Go Jelly Fishing
Whether it is jelly fishing or just regular fishing down at Lake Nichol, a good day floating down the Black Warrior River in a kayak with some fishing gear is always better than a Chemistry test.
6. Use Your Imagination
Literally do anything your little heart desires that is not being productive. Do you want to have a spontaneous road trip to Huntsville to catch a movie and grab a bite to eat at Whataburger on the way home? Go for it! Do you want to get your nails done at a salon? What are you waiting for! Go skydiving for the first time? What are you waiting for! The opportunities are endless.
7. And Finally… Throw out everything you're supposed to be studying because none of it is going to be on the test.
