Finding yourself immersed once again in real, adult life after your spring break can be a shocking and uncomfortable, feeling for many. For college kids it means surviving the last six-ish weeks of the semester while trying your very best to pass every class. Luckily, I've amassed a collection of tips to help push us through until May.
1. Spend more and more time outside, especially on campus, as it becomes warmer.
Sure, the quad might not be as relaxing, or exotic as Florida but it's certainly better than sitting in your room all day. In fact, scientists have proven that sitting outside in the spring can actually elevate your happiness levels!
2. Don't put off the work you need to do.
Coming back from a week off can be rough. Getting back on track is key to keeping your stress levels low! You don't want to have a mid-semester meltdown a week before finals.
3. When you feel the stress coming back make sure to hit the gym.
Exercise releases chemicals in your brain that help reduce the harmful effects of stress. It's important to take a break from the books, and real life in general, to hit the gym every couple of days. Your body will feel better, and your mind will thank you!
4. Get that sleep in too.
Spring break didn't get its reputation because of it's "totally lit" nap times. When you get back to real life make sure you're sleeping enough.
5. Eat your fruits and your veggies, and cut back on that delivery pizza!
It's the ultimate advice from Mom: you are what you eat. If you want your post-spring break tan to glimmer with a bit of pizza grease then keep on snacking like you did on vacation. Otherwise, get back to the salad bar. Your skin will thank you.
6. Take a weekend trip with some buddies.
Spring break withdrawal comes with a nasty set of side effects. Unfortunately, included in that bunch is the "travel bug." You escaped for a bit, but now your body craves more. Take some buddies on a trip to the nearest hiking spot, or maybe visit an old friend a couple of states away. Whoever said adventure ends at spring break was wrong.
7. Wear your favorite warm weather outfits.
Recent studies have shown that dressing in your favorite clothes can actually increase your sense of happiness and wellbeing. You'll feel more confident, and that type of positivity will radiate through your whole life. Who needs a bikini body when that sundress makes you feel just as good?
8. Keep yourself organized.
One of the best feelings ever is checking off every task on your to-do list. Keep your planner tidy and your life will follow along with it! It's easy to push things off or procrastinate once spring break gives you a taste of summer, but you'll be just fine if you stay on top of your commitments.
9. Get your summer trips planned out!
Nothing helps fix a spring break withdrawal like planning your upcoming summer adventures. It's a good break from your day to day activities, but it also gives you something to look forward to!
10. Enjoy the normalcy that comes with time spent at school or home.
It's not the beach, but at least you know where to find food and the bathroom. Enjoy the homeostasis of normalcy before you dive back into vacation insanity in a short couple of weeks.
11. Take a deep breath and slay the rest of the semester.
It's not over until finals, so go back and crush it.
