I am currently sick. Miserably, disgustingly sick, with the whole sinus-gunk-achy-chills nine yards. I've spent two days trudging to class and returning to my bed, where I've attempted to study without much success. Being sick is never enjoyable, but living in a dorm while sick makes it so, so much worse. So instead of studying for my two exams on Thursday, I thought I'd brainstorm some ways to make it a little better, and a little less miserable.
1. Order food
I know you're trying to save money, and that you really should use your meal plan, but trust me. Save as much energy as you can, and just order some comfort food. As I write this, I'm currently waiting for my lovely, warm meal from Panera, complete with a grilled cheese and soup. It's hard enough to sit at your desk and study, so treat yourself to some delivered deliciousness.
2. Put on your coziest, comfiest clothes
For me, this means leggings, fluffy socks, and my boyfriend's sweatshirt (yes, I know I'm basic). Your body is already achy and miserable, so you might as well be miserable in your favorite clothes.
3. Get your self an essential oil diffuser
Trust me. A good combination of peppermint, eucalyptus, and lemon oils will have you breathing through your nose in no time.
4. If at all possible, find a dog or cat to cuddle
Cuddling with humans while sick is frowned upon, but puppies and/or kittens are always an option. So if you have a friend with a dog, or a neighbor with a cat, or just see a random dog while walking to the pharmacy, get some cuddles.
5. Sleep. A lot.
You can take every medication in the world, wear the coziest sweatpants, and get the cutest puppy kisses, but that won't do any good unless you get some sleep. And honestly, this might be the hardest part. With multiple exams coming up, I have to force myself to sleep instead of study, but it's worth it. You won't do well on any exams unless you manage to rest.
Being sick is the pits, but being sick in a dorm is horrible. All you want is your home, your bed, and to not be surrounded by hundreds of other coughing, sneezing, gross college students. But fear not! With a little TLC, you'll be back to normal in no time, and hopefully just in time for those exams.
