Finals are almost over and guess what? You’ve got this! Here are some ways to reward yourself after the stress of finals. Spend your new-found time on something for yourself!
1. Watch an Amazing Film
A classic film idol, current film queen and a popular aesthetic genius. Watch a piece of work from them for yourself and gather a sense of your personal opinion on one of these films, maybe even learn a little about their technique! Here are my suggestions:
Alfred Hitchcock
Psycho
Rear Window
Ava DuVernay
13th
A Wrinkle in Time
Wes Anderson
The Budapest Hotel
Isle of Dogs
2. Paint by Numbers
Most of us low-key LOVE to paint but we have no idea how to. Thankfully, there’s the latest Internet craze, Adult Paint By Number! This website has many cheap options for you to choose from! Now that classes are wrapping up for the semester, use your extra time to try one of these!
Courtesy: Paintbynumbers.co
3. Read a Book
Does the thought “I should read more” sound familiar? Here are some helpful links to find a good book to stick your nose in!
Here’s a way to filter your search for a good book to only see the books that match your interests!
http://www.openingthebook.com/whichbook/
https://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/17-ways-find-good-books-read.html
4. Grab a Concert Ticket
This doesn’t mean finding Taylor or Beyonce tickets, Branch out! Grab cheap tickets to see a local band or find an interesting show happening near you. Look forward to experiencing a night out on the town instead of reliving the library all-nighters you’ve become far too used to.
5. Listen to an Artist You’re Unfamiliar With
This one is pretty simple, think of an artist you’ve heard about but haven’t actually taken the time to listen to…. And then listen to them. Here are some suggestions!
6. Learn About Something
This semester has required you to learn a lot about specific topics, so switch it up! Take the time to learn about anything you’ve ever been curious about. To get some ideas flowing, you could learn about various topics including the Syrian crisis, mead, nutrition, mental illness or cricket!
7. Choose a Major or a Minor
It’s time to start thinking about this. Discover what you love!
8. Pick Up a New Hobby
Cooking, paddle boarding, crochet, gardening, running, writing (join Her Campus). These are just a few options of the infinite things you could be doing with your newfound time.
9. Go for a Hike
There are endless places around Tallahassee. Start with Tom Brown park! Get outside and get that fresh air. The air in the library will be the same when you return so breathe some new air!
10. Start Writing in a Journal
Sometimes it’s good to get built up emotions out, even if it’s just on paper. Handwriting a piece of your emotions is a great form of therapy. Have you tried it?
11. Try a New Restaurant
Tallahassee is full of amazing cuisine so get out and try some! Here are a few suggestions:
Little Italy
Urban Food Market
Sahara Greek
Mayuri Indian Restaurant
Decent Pizza
509 Caribbean Cuisine
Leola’s Crab Shack
12. Binge- Watch a New Series on Netflix
We all know this one will happen over the summer regardless. Let me point you in the right direction with a few suggestions!
Grey’s Anatomy
New Girl
Friends
Parenthood
Bates Motel
13. Set Some Goals
Where are you in your life now? Where do you want to be? What can you begin to do in your life that will get you to where you want to be? Consider these questions and set goals for the upcoming school year. As far as suggestions go, I’ve got your back.
Increase your savings.
Improve your physical fitness.
Learn to cook.
Build up that GPA!
Figure out how to build up your resume… then do it!
What other ways will you be unwinding after finals?
Have a happy and healthy summer!