Just like the middle child, Thanksgiving as well does not get the most attention. Why is this so? Every year I try to pin point some reasons why people seem to go from dressing up in costumes on October 31st to singing Christmas carols November 1st. That's right, November 1st not December! Now that I am more aware of this I have narrowed it down to the very reason I believe we tend to forget this historical holiday.
I have come to a conclusion that media and stores have a lot of influence on "rushing the seasons". Do you ever find yourself walking into a store and automatically noticing shelves filled with decorations? Well I can assure you the decorations are not in hope that you will now be more into the holiday spirit, but that you take advantage of these great deals. Each holiday is great in it's own special way and I think we should make a list of 10 things we love most about Thanksgiving so that it is not looked over.
I do agree that it is ever too early to sing and listen to Christmas carols, personally I enjoy them all year round. Which brings me back to my main point, "what is considered too early for the Christmas holiday"? Unless you're the Grinch, I'm sure we can both agree that there is no music like Christmas music that brings everyone together. There is just no such thing as forgetting any holiday, there something great we enjoy about every holiday which makes them so different. Sure, Christmas may be a more praised holiday but just like any other holiday it's something unique about this one in particular that attracts so many people.
As mentioned earlier, media as well plays a big role in "rushing the seasons". During October you are overwhelmed in excitement about the 31 days of Halloween TV list, but once November comes around have you noticed there aren't many movies centered around the celebration of Thanksgiving. Just the other day, I was flipping through the list and I thought to myself, this is great Christmas movies already. I enjoy all holidays and I think no matter how early we start it couldn't do much harm.
Every year I look forward to the holiday parades in New York City. Although the stores and media may skip over thanksgiving and some people may think it's "too early" make an agenda for each holiday so you can embrace it's individual importance. Perhaps trying to search the web to find more movies that focus on this seemingly looked over holiday. If everyone around you seems to be jumping into Christmas carols and their red & green attire share your information they may not know about the Thanksgiving holiday and it may interest them more!
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1. It's just the basics.
I think we all know this but just to remind everyone, deodorant goes such a long way! If you are an athlete who does not like the white residue some deodorants leave then try using a spray deodorant. Either way do not walk into any type of practice, game, whatever without putting on deodorant.
2. Just an easy tip.
Assorted tea bags arranged on a white surface.
Photo by K8 on UnsplashHere's an easy tip for stinky shoes. Try putting tea bags into your shoes to keep them smelling fresh and to remove odors. This also works with putting tea bags into your gym bags to keep bad smells away.
3. As a college student, I get it.
I get it, we are in college, some are away from home, not a lot of responsibility. One thing that should ALWAYS be a responsibility is clean clothes. If you know you are all out of practice clothes, your practice jersey smells terrible, etc.. GO WASH IT!
Nobody wants to work with someone who smells musty and nasty the whole time. And you definitely don't want to be the person is who looked at as the nasty one on the team. It's simple, just plan ahead and wash your clothes.
4. Time to be real.
man running in forestPhoto by Shashank Shekhar on UnsplashTime to be real, we all sweat. Some sweat more than others. We all sweat by our private areas, the only thing I can say that can help eliminate odors in private areas when sweating is grooming. So if you have lots of hair around your private hair more then likely odors will be present.
All I can say is try to stay clean down there if you sweat a lot by your private area take extra measures like soaking in apple cider vinegar with lukewarm water.
5. Shower right after.
Empty shower stalls in a tiled bathroom.
Photo by - Kenny on UnsplashTry to shower right after a practice or a game if you can. This helps get rid of smells fast. Even if you are playing an away game, if somehow you are able to at least wash up your main areas before getting on a bus ride, you are helping the problem.
6. Another get real moment.
Ladies, sometimes playing sports and being on your period can be hard. Try to stay fresh and clean down there. If you aren't a tampon person, make sure that you always have extra pads with you. After practices or games wash extra good in those areas just to ensure any bad odors are gone.
7. Take home your clothes.
If you have lockers, make sure that you are taking home your practice clothes with you. If you don't smells will soon start to build up. If you have to keep your clothes in your locker try to add a small air freshener
8. Be nice!
"Kindness Matters" on a pink board with a tiled backdrop.
Photo by Copper and Wild on UnsplashIf you notice that someone on your team may need a reminder when it comes to hygiene, simply talk to them in private, You don't have to be mean about it. Offer them advice when it comes to hygiene and how to take care of themselves.
9. Disinfect!
if you play a sport that requires lots of contact with other people or objects try to disinfect have much as you can. it is better to disinfect. With everyone sweating, bacteria can start to build up.
Also, in all honesty, you never know what someone may have(a skin infection, a cut, etc..), so better to be safe than sorry when it comes to disinfecting equipment.
10. Just keep up with yourself.
I always say, just keep up with yourself. I understand you may be very busy but your hygiene is so important, taking care of yourself is important! Stay clean, create your own hygiene routine, and you'll be ok.
There it is! Hygiene is something we can all agree on is important. So keep up it, care about your hygiene!
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