Here we are again at the end of another semester. While we’re all looking forward to the sweet promise of summer, we still have finals to get through. For most of us, surviving finals week means long hours of studying and boredom. If you’re anything like me and you take a lot of breaks while studying, then try some of these ideas to keep those breaks productive and worthwhile.

Clean your room

Let's be real, we don't really spend much time cleaning when we're cramming. But if you have to take a break, you might as well wash the dishes or pick up the clothes off the floor. Cleaning up a little here and there will help you feel productive and organized.

Eat a healthy snack

Another thing we sometimes forget to do while experiencing stress is eating regular meals or healthy foods. Next time you take a break to snack, reach for a healthy choice like popcorn or fruit.

Color

You've probably heard about all the stress-relieving benefits of coloring books. Finals are the perfect time to unwind with some coloring pages. Instead of scrolling through your phone, take ten minutes to color in between flashcards.

Call home

Calling home might be the last thing you want to do, especially if you think your parents will ask about your grades. The truth is that your parents are your biggest supporters and they will definitely make you feel better when you get stressed out.

Squeeze in a workout

Hitting the gym might sound like more stress than actually studying, but exercise actually helps to relieve stress and refresh your mind.

Make a hair appointment

Call the hair salon and make an appointment for the day after you get home. It's probably been awhile since you got a trim, plus being pampered right after finals is something to look forward to.

Clean out your inbox

Since it's the end of the year, there's a good chance your email inbox has become cluttered with random reminders and invitations. Take a few minutes to delete unneeded messages and file away those messages that you need to save for later.

Dance out the stress

Just like exercise, having a quick dance party will get your heart pumping and refresh your mind. If it's good enough for Taylor Swift, it's good enough for me.

Remember that you're going to do great!