The weather here in State College has been getting much warmer. Spring is (hopefully) just right around the corner. Since the seasons are starting to change, I decided that I should make a few changes in my life as well. Time to do some new things, and get out of that winter hibernation. Here are a few things you can try to make you a happier college student, and end this year on a good note.
1. Venture out of your coffee (or beverage) comfort zone
As you know, I am a huge coffee fan. I realized every time I order or make a cup of joe, it's always the same thing (Pike Place roast). I decided to try a lighter roast when I went to Starbucks and it tasted amazing! If you haven't had the Blonde roast at Starbucks before, I highly suggest it! Even if you're not a huge coffee fan, you can still try this! Instead of grabbing your go-to beverage (OJ or Peach Tea, etc.) and get it in a different flavor (Apple Juice or Pumpkin Spice Tea, etc.)! Even if you don't like it, at least you tried something new!
There's no such thing as "too much Starbucks"
2. Add a little inspiration to your blank wall
Over winter break I went shopping and got a few frames to spice up my room. I put them on the painfully blank wall in my dorm. It will keep your morale up (at least enough to keep you from going insane) 'til the end of the semester. It's a quick fix to any boring patch of your house, apartment, or dorm. You don't even have to paint or hammer anything, you just gotta use a few Command Strips and you'll be all set!
Pink & gold are always a classy girl's fav colors
3. Start keeping a journal
I've always been meaning to start some kind of journal for quite some time now. Writing in a notebook is a great way to decompress and reflect on your thoughts throughout the day. I find this to be very therapeutic, especially if you're going through a rough patch (Tbh, who isn't having a hard time rn? We're in college, we're always having a hard time). Keeping a journal can also help you reflect on what happened in the past. Before you know it, you'll see how much you grew!
Always monogram your journal
4. Make a bumpin' spring playlist
It's simple: new season, new music. Listening to different music can really put you into a new mood. I decided to make this playlist for when I'm lounging by myself, cracking down on some homework, or just walking to class. I created a mix of some newly discovered songs with some older songs that I used to love (and still do), but haven't listened to in a while. Good music creates good vibes, so let those good vibes flow!
You can check out my playlist by clicking on the button below
5. Treat yo'self to a little something special
It's been an especially stressful time lately, so you deserve a little something for yourself! Whether it's as small as getting guac on your burrito at Chipotle, or as big as a new pair of shoes (or three... whoops), you should treat yourself to it! You just finished all those midterms and are halfway through the semester, I think it's time for something just for you. It's a good way to reward yourself for getting this far, and before you know it, you'll be done! Don't worry kids! Hold onto your sanity, it'll be over soon!!
The question isn't if you should have the cookie, it's how many cookies should you have?
Summer 2k16, here we come! I don't know about you (I'm feelin' 22), but I am so ready to be done with the school year! Freshman year has been great and I love it here at Penn State, but I can't wait to relax for almost four months! I hope my spring tips were able to help you in some way, and maybe you tried a few yourself! I know that we can make it and finish this year with a bang (a good one of course)! As always, please feel free to leave any questions or comments. If you want to contact me personally, you can check out my "Contact" page and use your preferred medium.
Happy spring from Happy Valley! Fill your life with nice shoes, warm smiles, & plenty of dreams With Love, Maria
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