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5 Ways To De-Stress At The End Of The Semester

Take time for yourself.

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It's crunch time. Deadlines for final projects are quickly approaching, grad apps are going to be due soon, finals are right around the corner, and everyone is stressed to the max. Here are five ways to de-stress at the most stressful time of the semester.

1. Take time for yourself. 

It's important to remember that even though you have a lot on your plate, you need to take time for yourself. Whether that's watching an episode of Netflix or taking a nap, make sure you carve time out of your busy schedule to breath and try to relax.

2. Take a drive. 

I always do my best thinking and de-stressing when I hop in my car and just drive. I love driving to clear my head and sing my heart out to my favorite songs on the radio. The next time you feel overwhelmed, just get in your car with your girlfriends and just drive.

3. Watch Netflix.

Believe it or not, it's okay to take an hour out of your day to just relax and watch TV. Don't let anyone tell you it's not.

4. Take a walk. 

The next time you are feeling stressed, stop what you are doing and take a walk. Enjoy some time outside to yourself and just relax.

5. Have some Jesus time. 

Whenever I feel overwhelmed and stressed, I take time to just sit and have time with the Lord. I sit in His presence and block out everything else going on around me. Afterwards, I feel more confident and more at ease with everything going on in my life.

It's important to stay focused and do your best in everything that you do in school and in life, but it is also important to think about yourself and take time for yourself. Take care of yourself and take time to relax and breath. Remind yourself that everything is going to be okay.

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