March has arrived and the stress of this semester is coming to a halt as spring break is approaching quickly. It feels as if 2022 is already going by so fast! In the hustle and bustle of every day college life, I’m sure we could all use a relaxing and restful week of self care. Here are five tips to achieve rejuvenation of your mind and body before jumping right back into school after break!
- Spend time outside
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After harsh months of winter, spending time outside and soaking up some Vitamin D will definitely boost your mood. A few things you could do outside are going for a walk, having a picnic, or doing yoga outside. Experts say that going outside regularly lessens anxiety and can improve your quality of sleep.
- spring cleaning
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This one is my personal favorite! It is so important to clear out any clutter in your space because a cluttered room can cause more stress and decrease productivity. Ways that you can do this are clearing out your old winter clothes and reorganizing your space.
- meditate
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Meditation has a vast amount of health benefits. The act of deep, mindful breathing can help reduce stress and increase your quality of sleep. This is an activity that requires practice so don’t be discouraged if you try it and it doesn’t go perfectly. Using guided meditation videos on youtube can be helpful.
- limit time on your electronics
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Taking breaks from social media and limiting time on your phone over break can help to clear your mind. Social media is known to have negative effects on self-image and mental health, so staying away from some of these platforms can allow you to really rejuvenate your mental health.
- journal
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Journaling is an excellent way to get all of your thoughts out and improve your mental health. An example of a journaling prompt that can be helpful is writing letters to your past or future self. You could talk about goals you want to reach after break, or reflect on past phases of your life that still need healing!
The most important thing to remember is that taking time for yourself is so important, even when you’re not on break. I hope these tips inspire you to either continue your self-care journey or begin to explore self-care!