“Summer time and the living’s easy
” – "Doin’ Time," SublimeYes Sublime, the living is substantially easier. No school, no responsibilities, no alarms, no worries… freedom
(word to Beyonce), but when you’re not out enjoying the summer sun, you might encounter a mild case of the summer slump.Summer Slump: [suhm-er sluhmp] noun. a disorder in which one has absolutely no motivation or reason to get out of bed and be productive.
Trust me, I’ve been there. If you are at risk or are currently in mid slump, here are 10 ideas and activities that you can try to make yourself feel a little more productive even if you are going to be in bed all day.
1. Read a good book.
Read a book that you’ve picked out and are actually excited to read, because it’s such a different experience as oppose to being forced to read a book for a class. Not only does reading help relax your mind, but it’s also a perfect activity to do from the comfort of your own bed.
2. Watch a Netflix documentary.
Okay I know, nothing productive ever happens once you type 'N-e-t-f-' into your web browser but if you’re going to go down that slope, at least attempt to learn a thing or two while you’re at it. There's so many interesting and educational documentaries on Netflix based on anything and everything! Surely you'll find one that sparks your interest!
3. Get all caught up on the latest news stories.
If lately you’ve been feeling out of the loop with what's going on in the world, now is a perfect time to look up all the top stories you might have missed on your feed. It's important to stay aware of what's going on in the world especially with today's recent tragedies.
4. Perfect your summer music playlist.
There’s nothing more ‘unproductively productive’ than spending hours making sure you have the most lit playlist ready for the next time you're passed the aux cord.
5. Bed exercises?
This is a real thing, I promise. There are exercises that you can do while laying on your bed that actually work! Look them up!
6. Online shop 'til ya drop!
Remember that Morphe eyeshadow palette that you've been dying to get but just didn't have the time to go shopping? Buy it online! But if you want to be a little more productive (and less selfish), it's never to early to start buying Christmas presents.
7. Make a board on Pinterest of recipes you want to try.
Not today obviously but you know, someday when you get the chance... and the motivation.
8. Use your adult coloring book.
And if you don't have one, what are you doing? There's literally no better way of relieving stress and feeling like a kid again than drowning yourself in a bed of sharpies, crayons, and colored pencils. Remember to stay in the lines!
9. Invite your friends over to do... well nothing.
If they're real friends, they won't hesitate. Having people around you who are also doing nothing makes you feel less crappy about yourself, and that's what friends are for.
