Having a cold has to be one of the most annoying things ever. Like who genuinely enjoys having cold flashes, a runny nose, or an itchy throat? No one. Not only do you feel absolutely disgusting, but you cannot get anything done without sneezing, coughing, or throwing up. I have been sick for the past week and I am feeling completely useless.

I am one of those people who hates not being in a routine. There’s nothing that makes me more anxious than not being in class or at work; after all, every teacher and professor says success starts with attendance, right? Well, the doctor is in and I have created a list of 8 things you can check off your list while you are sick!

1. Netflix and chill. Literally!

2. Catch up on sleep so you are ready to take on those assignments when you’re healthy.

You’re sick for a reason - Your body is telling you it’s tired!

3. Do some online shopping for those purchases you were going to make.

Amazon Prime is a beautiful thing, ladies and gentlemen.

4. Write out your plan-of-action for the next couple of weeks.

Figure out when you’re going to tackle that huge mess in the dining room and when you’re going to reschedule your pedicure.

5. Get ahold of that book or magazine article you’ve been dying to read and dive in.

Educate yourself!

6. If you’re really feeling unproductive (and desperate for human interaction), Skype or FaceTime with your friends, classmates, and co-workers.

7. Explore Apple Music and listen to some new artists and songs.

Music truly heals the soul!