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Get off the phone and have a productive summer

Amazing opportunities await for success

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Many students will be out of classes during the summer, going back to visit their family and friends. It's understandable to want to relax, sleep in late and not worry about deadlines for class assignments. A lot will also want to hit the beach to cool down from the sweltering heat.

It's also great to consider a productive summer—you could change how you live forever.

Think of summer as a chance to get ahead. If you want to start a freelance business when you have free time, this is the perfect opportunity to do so. If you're hoping to do an internship to get a job at your dream career, now is your chance to get something that many college students do not have. If you're wanting a little cash on the side to help save for college, look into a part-time job.

There are many opportunities to make your summer an important one for the path you want to explore in life.

If you don't have plans for the summer, take time off from the distractions in your life like computers and phones, and think about what you want to do. Write down all your ideas, no matter how silly they may sound. When you are done, look over them to see which ones are the most important.

When you are done thinking about them, figure out how to put them in action.

Even if you have not started yet, don't fret! You still have an opportunity to do the things you want. It's not too late to decide to be productive during the summer doing things you care about. Worrying about what you have not done will only result in you putting off what you want to do.

After all, fears are meant to be conquered.

The plans do not have to be full of grandeur either. It can be as simple as deciding to volunteer for a charity, cooking new recipes your family and friends will love, or joining a club. Helping other people, even your family, can also do wonders for your self-esteem.

Some students may see the summer as a break from the reality that college brings. However, it's important to challenge yourself to achieve something without the external push from people or from your institution. It builds strong characters, improves self-esteem, and could change your life in a way that you would not expect. There are always opportunities to make this summer a memorable one, so don't pass by them!

An active summer could be the best one.
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