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A Step-by-Step Guide To Getting Over Post Spring Break Depression

Her Campus Placeholder Avatar Christine Lonsdale
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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at WVU chapter.

Ahhh spring break. One of the most magical times in every college student’s life has officially come to end and many students feel drained and bored post spring break hence, Post Spring Break Depression (PSBD).  Coming back to a school after an amazing spring break is no fun but following this step-by-step guide to overcoming Post Spring Break Depression can make the transition a little easier.

1. Throw Yourself Into Your School Work– This might sound counter intuitive but if you’re anything like me you completely neglected all your school work over break. With finals coming up this is a recipe for stress so spend some time in the library and catch up! Keeping up with your homework and projects will make it way easier to have fun in the weeks to come.

2. Take Advantage of the Warm Weather- One of the reasons college students are obsessed with spring break is because it typically takes place in a sunny, tropical location. Warm spring weather is on the horizon so pause the Netflix and go for a hike or just hang out with your friends outside on a sunny day.

3. Spend Time with your Friends- Uninterrupted time your best friends is a highlight of spring break but is still possible when you’re back at school. Schedule a GNO to remember why you loved spring break so much.

4. Create New Memories- Try something new! Spring is filled with opportunities and id the perfect time to try something new. Camping, going to a new music festival, or taking a day trip are all great ways to make new memories.

5. Reminisce- Don’t forget to look back on Spring Break and remember why you loved it so much!

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  I grew up in Charleston, West Virginia. Growing up here I knew there was a possibility of going to West Virginia University my entire life. Although I decided to start my college career at the University of Kentucky, those country roads led me back to WVU in the spring of my sophomore year. This was also the point when I decided to establish myself as a Broadcast Journalist student. Since this point I have strived to become the best possible journalist I can be. I am currently working as a weekend reporter for WDTV-Channel 5 in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Prior to receiving this position, I worked as an intern with WCHS-tv/FOX11, in the summer of 2014, where I learned critical editing, interviewing, writing, and speaking skills. I worked closely with anchors, reporters, editors, directors, producers, and even the web team. Aside from the television industry, I am the Campus Correspondent for the West Virginia University Chapter of the online entertainment magazine, Her Campus. Another position I currently hold is the Social Media Chair of WVU’s Radio Television Digital News Association Chapter. In the Fall of 2012, I became a sister of the Alpha Phi Fraternity, in which I held the position of ‘Big Sister Chairman.’ My other passions include horse back riding, scuba diving, being outdoors, and running. I am very adventurous and I try to stay well rounded. My goal in life is to live life to the fullest and be the best possible version of myself. My ultimate goal would be to earn a spot as a reporter/anchor for Fox News, New York. I plan to graduate in December of 2016 and look forward to my future.