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8 Reasons Every College Student Is Actually The Grinch Before Finals

Jim Carrey's "Grinch" might not seem like the most relatable character, but the rush between Thanksgiving break and Christmas break can make any college student's heart grow three sizes.

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Every college student has a different experience with finals. Some have massive amounts of exams, others may not have as many. But there is one thing in common: stress. It is well known that most college students have a stressful couple of weeks between Thanksgiving break and Christmas break to take care of final papers, projects, and exams. This intense rush can make the Grinch a little more understandable than we might expect.

1. Having a ridiculously long to-do list can dominate your daily routine

2. Getting overwhelmed by the workload can bring on some breakdowns

3. Turning the library into a bunker can put some social activities on the back burner

4. Snacking and procrastination are some pretty serious distractions

5. Reading possible essay topics for final exams can go a little bit like this...

6. When professors give extra assignments while you're trying to study

7. Watching people not even cracking open a book when you haven't slept in days

8. Finally getting ready to finally go back home and see your family for Christmas!

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