By the time Thanksgiving Break rolls around most of us are long overdue for some relaxation, a good meal and some TLC from our family (shout out to Grandma hugs). Here are five ways you can make the most of your Thanksgiving Break!

1. Sleep

I don’t know about you but during the semester my sleep schedule is extremely varied and because of that I feel like I am always tired. Catch up on your sleep while on vacation so you can be refreshed when you come back!

2. Eat

Obviously, Thanksgiving is a holiday centered around food. Make the most of the food, especially since it is free and served in large quantities. I know I’m snatching all the leftovers #turkeysanwhiches.

3. Study

Ok, ok. I know the whole point of the Thanksgiving break is to take a break from schoolwork but you know when you come back it’s going to be complete chaos with finals and other various end-of-semester assignments. Why not try and get ahead? Take the first couple of break-days to distance yourself from school and then just do a little work, each day, for the rest of the Break. You’ll thank yourself later, I promise.

4. See Your Friends

If you're like me, many of your friends go to different schools than you. Thanksgiving Break is an opportunity for us all to spend time together since we are all visiting home for the most part. Trust me, some time spent with the friends you don’t see often is just the kind of relaxation we all need.

5. Spend Time With Family

Make the most of being at home and/or seeing some extended family. Quality time with the people that you love and that love you is always healing.

Thanksgiving Break may be a short one but it is so needed. Make the most of this time to recover from the semester and to prepare for the impending stress that is finals week. Do these five things and you’re sure to be at your best when you come back.