You may be questioning your decisions right about now, as you sit at home on your couch while all your friends are packing their bags to go on some tropical vacation. Why did I decide to save my money and not go on sprang breaaak? It’s super easy to get serious FOMO if this is the case, but just because you don’t have any trips booked during your time off from school, doesn’t mean you can’t take full advantage of the time off! You have an ENTIRE week with little to no responsibility, and you probably don’t have to do much you don’t want to do. If you’re staying home this spring break, do not make the mistake of letting yourself fall into a rut of naps and Netflix! Take this time to accomplish a few things, and you won’t feel like you wasted your break:
1. Work On Your Fitness Goals
I know we all have them! Summer is right around the corner, believe it or not, and we are all trying to get in our best shape for the warmer weather ahead. Reflect on the goals you have for your health–maybe you made a New Year’s resolution you haven’t completed–and start making steps towards achieving them. Come up with workout plans, find some healthy recipes on Pinterest, and hit the gym! Dragging a friend along with you will make it more fun, too.
2. Plan
Take this time, also, to reflect on your future goals! Are you looking for a summer job or internship? Do some research on job and internship opportunities, update your resume and cover letter, and have some ideas in mind for when it comes time to apply.
3. Spend Time With Friends And Family
Definitely take some time to hang out with your family and the friends from home that you don’t get to see when you’re away at school! This is you chance to catch up with everyone in the middle of the semester and have fun! Go hiking, go to the beach (if you’re near one), take your dog for a long walk, get some ice cream with your siblings, etc.
4. Get Crafty
Cut up some old t-shirts, make cute decorations for your dorm or apartment, get more organized for the rest of the semester, whatever it may be. Pinterest is your new best friend.
5. Relax
With all this being said, breaks from school are also meant as a time to clear your head and take a breather. You just got through all of your midterms, you deserve it! Reward yourself with a spa day, catching up on your favorite netflix series, or sitting down with a good book that you wouldn’t have the time or motivation to read if you were at school.
Enjoy your spring break!