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5 Essentials To Creating The Most Relaxing Summer Yet

You don't need to go on a big vacation or spend a ton of money for your summer to be fun.

Bella Coronado

May 21, 2019

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5 Essentials To Creating The Most Relaxing Summer Yet

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As summer approaches, every student is longing for the moments of relaxation, days of reclining in the sun, and a much-needed break from their studies. The following will guarantee the best summer break that will sustain memories, reduce boredom, and keep you refreshed and relaxed.

1. A polaroid or disposable camera.

Memories are fun to create, but even better when you have something to look back on. Polaroid cameras have been popular recently and are a perfect way to snap photos at the beach. Although the film can get expensive, they make perfect keepsakes for you and your friends. An equally as great alternative are disposable film cameras. They can be purchased at most grocery stores or on Amazon, and they are easy to just throw in your bag! Always having one on hand will even increase the need for memory-making. Keeping a collection of photos from your summer is a great way to keep those moments alive.

2. Protecting your skin.

It is so important to protect your skin—especially the skin on your face. Using mineral sunscreen is a natural way to protect your skin from pollutants and UVA rays. Anytime you step outside, you are exposed to harmful sun exposure and air. Sunscreen should always be applied underneath makeup. Make it part of your routine to cover up with sun defense. A great and inexpensive one is by CeraVe. It is also important to remember to drink water while you are out in the sun.

3. A creative project.

When boredom strikes, it is good to have something to fall back on. Picking up a new hobby like learning an instrument, painting, or flipping clothing can be fun ways to spend the days that you have nothing going on. Instead of spending hours on the couch watching Netflix, put your creativity toward something that makes you happy. Make a photo album from your summer, or journal. Chase after inspiration when you have nothing else to do.

4. A good book.

If you aren't taking classes in the summer, you should continue to expand your knowledge and learn new things. Having a goal of reading a few books over the summer is a good start. If you're not into reading, listen to an audiobook or a podcast. The best downtime comes from mindless escapes found in reading or in learning new information. Books can inspire and entertain, being the perfect item in your beach bag.

5. A mini vacation.

Even if you are working all summer, it is necessary to still plan time to get away. Whether it's a quick road trip with your friends or a weekend exploring a new city, getting outside and spending time away from the year's normal routine will be enough. You don't need to go a huge vacation to the coast or some tropical destination, just do something small with your friends or family. Your summer will feel more successful even if you take a little bit of time off and do something.

There is so much to fill your summer with. It will only be as good as you make it, so remember to take time to relax and go outside! It doesn't take a lot of time and money to make summer great, just a little creativity and spontaneity.

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5​ Essentials To Creating The Most Relaxing Summer Yet

You don't need to go on a big vacation or spend a ton of money for your summer to be fun.

1. A polaroid or disposable camera.

2. Protecting your skin.

3. A creative project.

4. A good book.

5. A mini vacation.

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1. Thank you for laughing at my jokes, even when they really aren’t funny.

2. Thank you for singing unbearably loud with me all the time.

3. Thank you for letting me vent to you for hours about anything and basically being my personal therapist.

4. Thank you for ordering pizza with me at 2 in the morning.

5. Thank you for all the movie days when we don’t feel like moving.

6. Thank you for being my workout buddy everyday.

7. Thank you for sharing your closets with me.

8. Thank you for taking naps with me at random hours during the day.

9. Thank you for cleaning our home with me when we absolutely need to.

10. Thank you for all the rides when it’s late and you don’t want me to walk home alone in the dark.

11. Thank you for studying with me in our kitchen when we didn't want to go the library.

12. Thank you for making dinner with me.

13. Thank you for helping with my hair, makeup and outfit every time we go out.

14. Thank you for taking countless ugly pictures with me.

15. Thank you for not judging me when I go too long without showering.

16. Thank you for making our apartment feel like a second home.

17. Thank you for being there through all of our boy troubles.

18. Thank you for giving me a hug when I feel homesick.

19. Thank you for getting excited with me when one of us gets a good grade on an exam.

20. Thank you for still being my friend and not judging me when I say or do dumb things.

21. Thank you for telling me what I should do when I am sick.

22. Thank you for dancing horribly with me everywhere we go.

23. Thank you for staying up super late with me when we aren’t tired or can’t sleep.

24. Thank you for being super weird with me.

25. Thank you for all the unforgettable college memories.

26. And most of all, thank you for being the best friends a girl could have.

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7. "I’m going to fail. I’m going to fail."

8. "I’m dropping out of school."

9. "What grade do I have to get on the final to pass the class?"

10. "Oh, no, I have to do good."

11. "I shouldn’t have procrastinated all semester."

12. "I wanna go to bed."

13. "We did not learn this!"

14. "I should go get food."

15. "Why do we even have finals?"

16. "I don’t want to be at the library."

17. "Get off your phone."

18. "I can watch Netflix for like 20 minutes and then go back to studying."

19. "I shouldn’t have watched Netflix."

20. "You have to study now!"

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Always let your conscience be your guide. — Jiminy Cricket

To infinity and beyond. — Buzz Lightyear

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Let it go. — Elsa

If you can't say something nice, don't say nothin' at all. — Thumper

Today's special moments are tomorrow's memories. — Genie

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