This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UNH chapter.
POV: you’re hitting that mid-semester burnout and just really want to go home, but can’t. This could be for a number of reasons, like being too busy or living too far away, both of which apply to me. As a senior, I have learned a few tips I wanted to share about dealing with homesickness when you can’t actually make it home.
- Re-create your house smell. Does your family have a favorite candle? Do you personally have a favorite candle in your bedroom at home? See if you can find it at the store or online, I promise the smell will bring back happy memories of home!
- Decor. Are your parents the ones who get seasonal or holiday decor? Browse online or in store for some of those replicas to make your own room at school feel a little more like home.
- Re-create a favorite meal. Everyone has that one special meal that reminds them of home. Whether it is a home-cooked meal (dining hall or as close as you can get if you don’t have a kitchen) or take-out from a restaurant, food can be a happy reminder of home.
- Call your family members! Personally, I always feel better after I FaceTime my family and get updates on what is happening at home. This isn’t for everyone, but feeling up-to-date can help make you feel like you’re there, even if it is just a little bit.