Everyone knows that you should have the stuff you need, when you need it, right? Even though we know that, we always tend to forget things – and we usually don’t realize it until we actually need it. I have always been an organized person, so here are some things that I always found helpful to have in my bag, for daily use or just-in-case scenarios.
- A Pencil Case
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I always have pens, pencils, markers, highlighters and erasers with me. You never know when a pen will run out of ink or a pencil needs more lead. Sometimes it’s nice to be able to give someone something if they forgot theirs too!
- A Notebook
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You never know when you are in a meeting or class and you could forget your notebook for that specific event. Having a backup is always helpful.
- A Folder
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Any papers you may get should always have a home! You can never be too organized ya know.
- A Planner
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You can never be too organized. Remembering everything you have to do is hard, so writing it down is very helpful.
- Math Supplies
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Even if you don’t think you will need them, you may find them helpful. I always have a ruler, compass, protractor and calculator in my bag. Especially a ruler, those always come in handy.
- Headphones
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You never know when you will need to listen to a lesson online, want to listen to music or even FaceTime someone. I HATEEE when people FaceTime in public on speaker phone – DON’T BE THAT PERSON.
- A Mini Makeup Bag
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Chapstick is a must in here. Especially around Fall and Winter when your lips will get the most dry. You also never know when your makeup will need a touch up too. I always have mascara, concealer and power in there too. When you’re going somewhere else and may need some extras, throw em in there.
- A Mini Toiletries Bag
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I usually have a toothbrush and toothpaste, tissues, mints, gum, tampons and pads with me at all times. Having everything in one spot really helps. I have perfume, deodorant and lotion in there too.
- A Nail File
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I know this could have gone in the above two bags, but I felt like it needed its own category here. This may just be me personally, but when I have a chipped nail it bugs the hell out of me and I always pick at it and it gets to the point where it’s so short. If you have a nail file this can all be alleviated!
- A Mini First Aid Kit
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I mean, come on, this one’s a given. You should always be prepared for things. You never know when you’ll need a bandaid.
- A Pair of Winter Gloves
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I tend to forget gloves sometimes and walking around without them sucks. Having an extra pair has saved me countless times.
- A Mini Umbrella
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Same as the gloves, ya never know! Sometimes it says it won’t rain and you’re out and about and then boom, it’s just downpouring and you’re unprepared.
- A Water Bottle
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You can never be too hydrated! You never know when you’ll be thirsty either.
- An Extra Mask
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With COVID-19 and all now, having an extra mask can save you in more ways than one – like your actual life can be saved!
- Hand Sanitizer
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Like the nail file, this needed its own category too. This is a must, especially now. Germs are gross, so stay on top of it.
This is just what I personally like to have with me. I have all these things in different compartments and bags inside my backpack. I hope this helps you guys stay prepared, organized and safe!