The semester is in full swing and no doubt you’re feeling the pressure from multiple tests, quizzes and papers. You’re in need of some well-deserved “me time” Here are some ways to take a break and destress without leaving your dorm.
1. Stress-relief Yoga
Yoga may not be for everyone but there is no doubt that it can help relieve stress. The stretching and focused breathing is designed to clear your mind. Try this 5-minute routine to take a break from studying.
2. Cookie Clicker
http://orteil.dashnet.org/cookieclicker/
Why not spend 5 hours starting at your computer screen? This game allows you to start building your cookie empire and exploiting your grandma while relieving some stress at the same time.
3. Dark Chocolate
It is proven that dark chocolate lowers blood pressure, cholesterol and helps boost your mood. You can munch on the sweet stuff with less guilt knowing it is helping you destress after a long day. (I recommend crunchy and sweet bark Thins)
4. Reach out
Whenever you feel like you’re drowning in work and need a break spend that time connecting with a friend or family member. Invite them over or call them to talk about what is going on in your life and let out some steam. They can help you stay calm and hopefully laugh away some of the stress.
5. Listen to music
Enjoy a karaoke session in your dorm room. Don’t be afraid to dance on tables and sing loudly into your hair brush. All the while you forgot about how stressed you were about your chemistry exam.This website (http://songza.com/) is tailored to play music for what ever occasion or emotion you’re experiencing. Also, they have a wide range of decades and styles of music to choose from hundreds of stations.
I hope these methods will help you get through a busy and stressful week. Remember to take time for yourself and maybe leave your dorm room once in awhile.