You've probably seen on social media or heard on campus the term "granola" being used to describe not a snack bar, but rather a lifestyle that is catching on. Although many have heard the term, they might not entirely understand what it means. I've come up with my short list of how to be granola.
1. Eno and eno often.
If you want to be granola, you must start spending more time outside, even if you're just hammocking. That's fine. You still get granola cred.
2. Take an occasional trip to a waterfall, "hippie hole," or cliff.
It's free and just one way to show everyone how adventurous and outdoorsy you are.
3. Invest in a GoPro.
Or if you are ballin' on a budget, buy a selfie stick and pretend. You'll need this to document all of the fun outdoor activities you do!
4. Carry a refillable water bottle with you everywhere.
This shows that you care about your health and also that you are always ready for
5. Wear Chacos in the summer and beanies in the winter.
Dress the part. It's as simple as that.
6. Go to REI.
If you buy nothing else, at least get a sticker to put on your laptop to show everyone your appreciation for the granola lifestyle on your laptop or water bottle.
7. Take on an outdoor hobby.
Anything from kayaking to snow boarding will do! Just try something new.
8. Record your outdoor adventures.
Share them on social media with a deep inspirational or mysterious quote.
9. Drink coffee.
Dark roast would be best, but any kind will do really. It's even better if the coffee is from a hole in the wall place or homemade.
10. Be mysterious.
Granola people are deep people.
11. Try organic or whole foods.
You care about your body and the Earth, right? It's worth spicing up your diet.
12. Embrace being care-free.
You haven't washed your hair in three days? It's all good, you're going to work it anyways. You haven't declared a major? That's fine, you'll get around to it.
13. Don't refer to yourself as "granola."
Those who are, know it in their hearts and do not have to say so out loud.
