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10 Inevitable Stages Of Going Home For Thanksgiving As A College Student
Turns out that Thanksgiving is a lot more complicated when you're in college.
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It's that time of year again- Thanksgiving Break is finally approaching. For college students everywhere, Thanksgiving is a time to relax and not really worry about homework (well, depending on what major you're in). However, going home for Thanksgiving is actually a lot more complicated and stressful than it looks. From traveling, to Thanksgiving in general, the stages of going home can drive students crazy.
1. Trying to get a flight/train/car last minute.
Traveling is stressful for everyone, including college students. However, traveling on Thanksgiving is a whole other monster.
2. Secretly planning your Black Friday shopping plans during Thanksgiving dinner.
We have all thought about this during at least one Thanksgiving dinner.
3. Helping with Thanksgiving prep.
Unless you are so terrible at cooking that you need an intervention from Gordon Ramsay, you will probably help out with Thanksgiving prep. Or, if your family doesn't want to deal with cooking at all, you can always go out to eat!
4. Unpacking all the unwanted clothes from college.
Goodbye summer clothes, and hello sweaters and scarves!
5. Seeing a ton of relatives/family friends.
Thanksgiving means seeing family and old friends at a very fast rate. Be prepared for inevitable questions including: "Do you have a job yet?" or "How are your grades?"
6. Drinking more wine than usual.
Honestly, any kind of wine goes really nice with your Thanksgiving dinner.
7. Eating a lot more than usual (duh).
It's inevitable that you're going to get a food coma on Thanksgiving. Be prepared.
8. Realizing that you were extremely sleep deprived in college.
Going home for Thanksgiving also means more sleep. And then you realize that all-nighters eventually add up.
9. Trying to finish your homework on time but procrastinate instead.
Procrastination is inevitable.
10. Realizing that after break you're almost immediately going into Finals Week.
And instead of studying you'll probably be looking at ugly Christmas sweaters and potential Christmas gifts.
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Relationships
5 Simple Ways To Keep Your Relationship Happy
Have we all heard the saying "happy wife, happy life?"
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Your relationship doesn´t have to be full of exchanges of lavish gifts. You do not have to go on elaborate dates and try crazy things. While those are great for a relationship, there are much simpler ways to ensure a happy and stable union.
1. Don´t overthink.
I must say that this is very common among partners. Sometimes it is easy to lose sight of the truth between the both of you. Although your love may be strong, this may also cause you to become insecure. This insecurity may be about things that might not even exist. This may stem from personal insecurities, but I do think that a lot of people start thinking things like "What if he/she doesn´t love me?" At that point, thoughts like that can possibly negatively affect the relationship. Whenever it happens, make sure to shift your focus to the good and beautiful things in your relationship instead.
2. Talk things out instead of having a heated argument.
There are different ways to solve your problems. It is best that you avoid confrontation that is toxic and full of anger. Focus on what the problem is and see how you both can reach an agreement. Arguing and screaming at one another does make both of you feel really bad and can put a slight dent on the healthiness of the relationship. Sit with your partner and talk things out. It is not easy to do, but you will find that it will make you both happier and more understanding of one another.
3. Pay attention to your partner.
THIS IS SO IMPORTANT. People may think that gifts and huge proclamations of love may be the key to a good relationship, but I believe that it is much more simple than that. The most important thing is for your partner to KNOW that you love them and to see that you truly care about them. You don´t avoid them and you make them a priority. If you're with a person, they should become a priority and they shouldn't have to question your motives.
4. Show interest in things they care about.
My boyfriend and I don't share similar interests. We don't necessarily have to, though, to make things work. It wasn't too easy at first because I really have zero interest in half of the things he does, but my appreciation and deep love for him made me want to understand him more. He does the same for me and this has greatly improved our relationship. So, if you really don't seem to have much in common with your partner, make sure you give them some time to show you what they love.
5. Express your love verbally.
My boyfriend is the type to keep things within. He's not the biggest fan of romance or verbally expressing love. But I am the opposite. Sometimes it hurts my feelings because I just work differently than he does. We spoke about it, and he has tried to be better at expressing his love for me. This has also improved our feelings about one another. Telling your partner what you feel is significant can make you guys even closer than before.
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Thought Catalog
As we have now passed the halfway point of the semester, work still seems to be piling up and we all seem to feel a little extra drained. Sometimes it seems like college does not take a rest and you are constantly going, going, going. Being productive and working hard is important, but there is nothing wrong with looking forward to the wonderful holiday season. Luckily, Thanksgiving break is just around the corner! With this wonderful holiday coming up, it is definitely time to start being thankful for all you have in life, take in the beauty of Fall around you, and start getting ready for the most wonderful time of the year.
1. Eating great home cooked food
Nothing (in my opinion) is better than Mom's home cooking, especially with all the wonderful Thanksgiving foods to think about. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, what could be better?
2. Seeing your family and friends!
Reuniting with all your hometown loved ones is a great time. You can finally catch up after not seeing them for so long!
3. Black Friday Shopping (if you're daring enough)
Getting some great deals, possibly being a little aggressive, and burning off some calories from Thanksgiving dinner is a total win-win situation.
4. Getting into the holiday spirit
For me, once Thanksgiving break hits it really starts to feel like the holiday season, easily one of the best times of the year.
5. Catching up on all your favorite shows
It is hard to keep up with your tv shows while you are in the midst of a busy semester, therefore break is the perfect time for some guilt-free Netflix binging (and some eating too).
6. The simple fact of knowing you have made it way past the halfway mark of the semester and only have a bit more to go!
Yes, finals are difficult, but only a few weeks left! You can do it!
7. It is socially acceptable to start listening to Christmas music
Personally, I'm an avid believer in listening to Christmas music whenever you feel the time is right, but traditionally the day after Thanksgiving marks the start of playing the wonderful Christmas tunes on the radio. Easily, one of the best parts of the holiday season.
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Lifestyle
10 Wonderful Things About The Holidays
Some of the best things about the upcoming holiday season.
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As the holidays approach, there are many wonderful things that start to appear. From weather to food and even to the decorations, there are so many wonderful things about the holidays.
1. Cold Weather
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I mean, who doesn't love cold weather? You get to wear sweaters and boots and almost all of your drinks are hot! Who doesn't love holding a warm drink in their hands? Plus, sweaters -- you can not go wrong with wearing a cute sweater.
2. Thanksgiving Dinner
Does this even need an explanation? Especially after eating campus food for the whole semester up to this point. A huge home-cooked meal is never a bad thing.
3. Thanksgiving Leftovers
You can't go wrong with a Thanksgiving leftover sandwich. Start with turkey, add a little stuffing and cranberries, then dip it in gravy. So good! Plus, it's still home-cooked food, so you can't go wrong there.
First off, all of the holiday themed drinks are wonderful. I mean, I can never turn down a peppermint hot chocolate. Plus the holiday means Starbucks has their cranberry bliss bars and those are heavenly. Also, you can't help but enjoy the Starbucks Christmas cups.
5. Christmas Decorations
Christmas is one of my favorite holidays so I could go on and on about it but I won't. From the tree and the ornaments to the lights and the tinsel, Christmas decorations are always so much fun. Even the hanging of the stockings!
6. Christmas Music
Christmas music always helps create the Christmas mood. Especially when all of the new Christmas albums start coming out. I mean, Pentatonix already has their new Christmas album out and it's heavenly. Plus, you can't miss out on some Michael Bublé Christmas, am I right?
7. Christmas Cookies
It is always a wonderful tradition to make cookies with your family during the holidays. I have always loved being able to make Christmas cookies with my mom; the smell of cookies filling the kitchen and the house.
8. Christmas Lights
I have always loved going around to different neighborhoods and seeing all of the houses lit up with Christmas lights. Even back home there's a neighborhood that becomes Candy Cane Lane at Christmas and it is all lit up and beautiful.
9. Family Time
One of my favorite things about the holidays is that I get to spend time with my family. Everyone gathered around the dinner table and the tree. Playing games and laughing and just being able to spend time with each other.
10. New Year's Day
Even though the current year has ended, a new start is always good. It gives you a chance to look back and remember the old, but also look forward and enjoy the new. Plus the new year is just another new chapter in the book that is your life and who knows what that new chapter will bring.
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Student Life
14 Thoughts Every College Student Has During Winter Break
The most common: "Is it time to go back to school yet?"
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Winter break is a cherished time for many after enduring a grueling fall semester. It’s a time of relaxation and time spent with loved ones over the holidays. However, once the new year rolls around, we’re all ready to go back to school. Here are thoughts every college student has during winter break.
1. “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”
2. “A home cooked meal at last.”
3. “Happy Holidays! I need to bake cookies and watch movies.”
4. “Reunited and it feels so good!"
5. "Okay, it's January second. Time to go back to school.”
6. "$125 to rent a textbook?"
7. “I should probably get some shifts in.”
8. “I’m broke.”
9. “I’m hungry.”
10. “How many more days left of break?”
11. “I love not having any responsibilities.”
12. “I’m staying in bed. All. Day.”
13. “Wait, should I start working out?”
14. “Wow I need to go back to school.”
As much as we love being home for a much needed break, it doesn’t take long for us to miss the college atmosphere we’ve fallen in love with. As January continues on, college students everywhere are itching to get back to their second homes and kick the new year off with a bang.
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