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Top Five Ways To Relax After Midterms

After a week full of stress and cramming for exams, it's best to take care of yourself through these top five ways.

Lauren Barbulescu
Jan 31, 2017
College of Saint Elizabeth
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Top Five Ways To Relax After Midterms
Weston Warhorse

After a stressful week of midterms, the best thing to do is to relax through these five top ways.


1. Grab a facemask and head for the couch

One of the best things to do is to find a face mask that either soothes, moisturizes, or helps get rid of the acne that flared up during exam week. Let it dry on your face for a good thirty minutes as you relax on the couch and watch some TV.

2. Get a massage

After spending two hours each on exams, sitting at a crammed classroom in a tiny desk probably has your shoulders, legs, and other muscles scrunched up and filled with tension. Get a massage to help your muscles release tension, and for you to feel better overall.


3. Exercise

The best thing to do after spending a week of sitting in uncomfortable positions while taking a test is to exercise. Get moving and work out a bit. It's healthy to fit at least thirty minute of exercise a day after a week of none.

4. Get out of the house

Go to the city or take a nice walk around the town or your neighborhood. Breathe in some fresh air and look around at the beautiful sights of nature that you missed out on while taking a bunch of exams last week.


5. Make sure to hang out with your friends

It's good to keep in touch with your friends. Go out to a restaurant, see a movie, go ice skating, or anything that lets you have a good time while communicating with your friends.

At the end of the day, its best to relax after a stress-filled week of midterms. Whether watching Netflix or exercising helps relieve you of stress, remember that this is all for you.

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