The week after Spring Break is always a tough one. You just get back to campus from your blissful week off and suddenly you’re slammed with prelims, assignments, and just about everything a week of work at Cornell can throw at you. When the week is over though, you’re going to need a nice de-stress session. Here are some ways to chill out after a super busy week:
- Read a book
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Books can transport you out of your hectic world and into a wildly imaginative, fantastical one. From high fantasy to cozy contemporaries, you have your pick of relaxing destinations to take your mind off things for a little while.
- Give yourself a mani/pedi
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Maybe don’t spend as much as Paulette, but giving yourself a quick manicure and/or pedicure can be the cure to a lot of running around and stressing. It’s a nice 20 minutes of just sitting down and focusing on something so simple that’ll make you feel fabulous afterward.
- Binge-watch your favorite show on Netflix
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Streaming your favorite TV shows is your friend! Not when you’re procrastinating on work, but as a reward for all your hard work all week. Sit down and watch some Parks & Rec or whatever strikes your fancy.
- Eat out with friends
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Everybody needs to eat! So you might as well take a little extra time out of your day to wind down with your besties over a nice meal. There are so many great places to eat out or order-in in Ithaca.
- Get organized
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Make like Amy Santiago and organize your life! A nice room redecoration or desk clean-up can be just what the doctor ordered to prepare yourself for what’s bound to be another jam-packed week next week.
Keep calm and relax!