Finals were awful. I'm feeling it, you're feeling it, everyone's feeling it. However, finally, they're over (or ending, at least). As we reach our post-finals lives and delve into winter break, it's important to remember to do some self-care and recover from the stress and self-neglect of finals hell. Here are some recovery pro-tips, courtesy of me.

1. Light some candles, get a bath bomb or some bubbles, and take a nice hot bath.

Let the hot water soak the tension right out of you.

2. Reread your favorite book.

If you don't have a favorite, keep an eye out for book recommendation lists on platforms like Odyssey, Buzzfeed, and Tumblr.

3. Binge some Netflix.

Captain America: Civil War is being uploaded on Christmas Day, as if you needed any other reason to get on Netflix.

4. Catch up on sleep.

Remember all those all-nighters? Do that, but sleep all night instead of staying up.

5. Make yourself a nice meal, or treat yourself and go out to dinner with friends.

Treat yo'self!

6. Do some fun winter activities.

7. Spread some cheer.

Go mail some holiday cards! Do some charity work! Smile at someone!

8. Play with some animals.

Here's my plug for your local shelter. If you don't have a pet, go volunteer at the nearby humane society! You can de-stress and help out some really lovely animals all at the same time.

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Whether it being going on a shopping spree, partying all night (safely), hanging with your friends, or anything else, go and do it! You have worked so hard this semester, and you deserve happiness, so go get it!