Feeling down after Halloween? It’s totally understandable that you might feel exhausted, especially now that the novelty of the fall semester is starting to wear off. If you’re starting to feel like the leaves on the ground, here are some ways to pick yourself up.
- WATCH A SHOW
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After a long day of making decisions, turn on a show you know well or know the ending to. This way you can remove mental strain and feel in control. Knowing the characters’ plotline and their endings will ground you in a sense of safety. My favorite feel-good shows include Heated Rivalry, Abbott Elementary, and Dance Moms.
- FIND A NEW LOOK
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Sometimes changing up your style can help you feel more confident and get yourself back out there. Whether that’s embracing bangs for a chic fall look or getting a new piercing, a change in appearance can pick you up. Fun painted nails or dyed hair can make you feel unstoppable. Changing your appearance doesn’t have to cost anything. There are plenty of tutorials online teaching you how to cut hair. Recently, I dyed my hair a lighter brown with box hair dye, and it has completely changed my look and encouraged me to style my hair for class.
- PICK UP A NEW HOBBY
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A new hobby doesn’t have to involve learning or heavy mental strain. I recommend bedazzling, which is a mindless activity that leaves you with a product of your work. There are kits all over the internet and in local craft stores. Try bedazzling your LEGOs or daily cosmetic products! Drawing and doodling are also great activities. Hang up your drawings in your room and share them with friends. You can even make a night out of crafting with them!
- DEEP CLEAN YOUR ROOM
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My mom always says a clean room is a clean mind. Take the time to go through your clothes and donate what you don’t see yourself wearing, or sell pieces on sites like Depop and Vinted for extra cash. Clean under your bed, vacuum, wash your sheets, and invest in a scent that makes your room feel homey. Having a clean room allows you to get the things you need to get done, done.
- TREAT YOURSELF
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A nice meal always makes me feel better! My current favorites when I am feeling low are Kpot and Tokyo Express. A fun drink from the Brew or Ready Coffee picks me up when I feel buried with work. Rewarding yourself is crucial! Remember that it is not easy to be a college student, so be gentle with yourself.
The end of the semester is always an overwhelming time for college students. Take time to reset yourself and set yourself up for success. Finish the semester with good intentions! Always remember it is okay to ask for help and reach out to friends for support.