This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Clemson chapter.
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Going Home for Spring Break
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Every year there is a rush of excitement around Spring Break. Everyone is going toÂ
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the beach, or someplace warm and tropical, but maybe you’re just planning to goÂ
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home. Never fear! You aren’t the only one! Sometimes, home can be even better thanÂ
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going somewhere exotic. If you are going home, here are some tips to help you makeÂ
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the most of your break:
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1. Enjoy the time with your family.
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I know, you might feel like it’s super lame; you’re stuck at home all week. ButÂ
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seriously, if you haven’t seen your family in awhile they are probably superÂ
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pumped that you are home for a bit! Enjoy the time with them while you canÂ
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before you’re back in Tigertown.
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2. Eat as many home cooked meals as possible.
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I don’t think its possible to say this enough…GOD BLESS REAL FOOD.Â
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Seriously, we have another month or so of dining hall food, or cereal forÂ
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dinner, or half cooked Ramen, or whatever you are eating because you’re justÂ
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too tired to make real food. Whether it’s a family recipe, or your favoriteÂ
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meal, enjoy it while you can. Pack up a box of it and take it back to ClemsonÂ
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with you!
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3. RELAX
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While you most likely have homework assignments and other things to do,Â
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this is the most likely the first time since Winter Break that you’ve been ableÂ
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to really breathe. Catch up on your Netflix, go to the movies, or just sit andÂ
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watch TV for awhile. You’ve been working hard and you deserve a break!
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4. Be Smart
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While relaxing is essential, if there is a big project you have been putting off,Â
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or little things piling up that you need to accomplish, now is the perfect timeÂ
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to do it! Going back to school ahead of the game can be a game changer inÂ
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your stress levels, and you will be patting yourself on the back later.
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REALITY CHECK: (Do not read if you are not prepared to face reality,Â
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especially if you are a senior) When we get back from Spring Break, there isÂ
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only about a month until finals begin. But never fear Tigers, we will powerÂ
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through! No matter where you go for Spring Break, enjoy every second,Â
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because your next break will mark a completed year at Clemson!