The "Sunday Scaries" are a real thing for everyone, but especially college students. We only have two days to have carefree and work-free days, but when Sunday rolls around, the stress comes with it as well. However, it doesn't have to be this way.
Here are a few things that you can do to avoid this feeling.
1. Get ahead of your studying as much as you can.
I know it is very hard to do work on a Thursday or Friday, but you will thank yourself on Sunday when you can relax and prepare for the week.
2. Find time to break up your day.
No matter how much work you have, you can always take a quick break. They could be small breaks like watching a 20-minute episode or going to the gym for an hour. Breaking up your day will help you get more work done.
3. Plan your week out.
Look ahead to see what upcoming assignments and tests you have, so you can plan ahead and avoid stressing out about all the things you forgot about at the last minute.
4. Do work outside.
With spring upon us, the weather is getting warmer and we need to take advantage of it. Working outside will change up the scenery and help you feel more relaxed with the sun gleaming down on you.
5. Do your laundry.
Laundry can be a good way to calm yourself and also give you little breaks between your studying.
6. Study with friends.
Unless you have a really important test you need to cram for, it is sometimes better to study with friends. And you know everyone has work to do on Sunday.
7. Go shopping.
If you are one of the lucky ones who doesn't have work to do, a good way to relieve stress is to go shopping! Or if you are trying to save money, like most college students, it also is nice to browse.
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Sunday scaries are something many people try to avoid, and they can be easily avoided when doing these seven things. Instead of letting the Sunday scaries sneak up on you next week, be prepared to deal with them.
