We did it, folks. We're officially out on break. And if you're anything like me, you've been thinking about this for a long time. "Who should I see first?" "What do I need to get before I go back to school?" "When can I visit family?" All of these questions ran through my head while I was supposed to be studying for finals. So here's what I've come up with.
1. Spend time with your family.
Okay, so this year most of us are on our own money when it comes to "buying" presents for people. But I just spent the past three months building my savings for a semester abroad, so in other words, there is no money. Looks like I'm going to be making everyone's gifts this year.
3. Get a massage.
If this sounds too self-absorbed or anything, it shouldn't be. You've just spent a whole semester working your ass off, learning how to adult, working at a job, and attempting to maintain a personal life. If that doesn't cause stress, then nothing will. Do yourself a favor by distressing somehow because you deserve it.
4. Plan ahead.
This summer I'm planning on opening an ice cream shop with my family but because I'm away at college, I do not have the time to physically help with the project. I'm taking this break to plan ahead so I have something to come back to in the summer.
5. Go out with friends.
This was my first semester at college and I definitely miss this part the most. These people made up my youth and after this semester of being on my own, I certainly want to go back and feel like my old self again.
6. Start a new Netflix show.
Does this need explaining? What better time than when we don't have an essay or research paper looming over our heads?
7. Bake with the family.
Something I remember from when I was a kid was baking with my grandma or mom. We wouldn't go all out and decorate but we would make some really amazing cookies coated in powdered sugar or ones with chocolates stuffed into the middle of a gooey sugar cookie. This year, I want to get back into that tradition.
8. Start a project.
Whether you're a painter, writer, filmmaker, entrepreneur, whatever, start something. If you find yourself bored, this is a great time killer. Productive too.
9. Roadtrip.
Roadtrips help me with my creativity. Usually, we have a set destination and are determined to get to it when we drive. But imagine the possibilities of jumping in a car and just driving with complete freedom to stop or go wherever you want?
10. Celebrate the Holidays.
It's the holiday season! How could I not include this? Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas everyone!
