Remember when the biggest decision we had to make was choosing between the red or blue crayon? Life was simple, and so was our entertainment – just a coloring book, a box of crayons and hours of pure fun. Somewhere between growing up and diving headfirst into the digital age, we left those moments behind. And honestly? I think we made a mistake.
As college students, we’re constantly bombarded with assignments, social media and the pressure to be on top of everything 24/7. I mean, when was the last time you spent more than five minutes away from your phone? Between notifications, deadlines and everything in between, it feels like our brains never get a break.
But there’s something magical about going back to the basics. You know, like cracking open a coloring book, picking out your favorite crayon and just… coloring. No expectations, no competition and no pressure to be perfect. It’s simple, stress-free fun and it’s exactly the kind of break we need from the crazy pace of college life.
It might sound ridiculous – after all, we’ve “grown up” and traded crayons for laptops, right? But honestly, who said coloring is only for kids? There’s something about taking crayon/marker/pencil to paper that feels oddly comforting. No likes, no deadlines – just you and your imagination.
In a world where we’re always staring at screens, coloring takes us back to a time when creativity was simple. It doesn’t require Wi-Fi, doesn’t buzz or beep and – get this – won’t judge you if you color outside the lines. Plus, let’s face it, after spending hours stressing over exams or group projects, picking up a crayon is way more relaxing than scrolling through yet another TikTok feed.
So, here’s a little challenge for you: next time you’re feeling stressed or just need a break, forget the phone for a second. Grab a coloring book and some crayons (just go raid the kid’s aisle at Target, you know I won’t judge). Give yourself permission to be playful again, even if it’s just for 10 minutes. You might be surprised by how much better you feel.