#shitwesay

“In the future I’m gonna be wondering why I didn’t just do it now, so I’m going to just do it now so future me doesn’t have to wonder about that!”

Luth is being an idiot as usual...

C: I’m a wonderful person

K: yes you are

C: but I Belch...

C: does that make me Fiona? You’re not shrek though

Me: Uh-oh, what did you do. *starts logging onto tumblr*

Sister: Just. Don't hate me.

School’s starting next week, and I still can’t wrap my head around it. I can feel the stress growing, like my inbox with all the incoming emails from my profs. It sucks.

I’ve been looking for ways to de-stress and I found a post about ideas for self-care. I can see myself using this all through the year when life feels never ending and too much (aka midterm and exam season). 

Take time for skin care - I personally cherish the days when I have enough time to carry out a full skin care routine. After taking a long hot shower and feeling really clean I like to take care of my face. Cleanser, toner, lotion. After that I follow with putting lotion all over my body (something I never have the time or patience to do). This is a real luxury. 

Get some fresh air - A short walk really does change everything. All you need is some music (or no music if you want real peace and quiet) and a road to walk on. I find that even a short 5 min walk helps clear my mind. 

Escaping into a good book - Yes, I know that it is hard to find time to read books when all your textbooks are calling your name, but a little reading could go a long way. Reading also makes you smarter so that’s a bonus!

Watch a movie - a new one, or a favourite one, movies are amazing. I personally like to watch my favourites when I’m stressed because I don’t want to mindlessly watch something I may or may not be interested in; that defeats the purpose. I’ll put on a favourite movie and throw myself into the storyline that made it a favourite in the first place. 

Get a good workout in - Coming from a lazy ass that doesn’t like to work out, this is a good one. When I blast some pumping up music and workout or go on a run, it blocks out the worries and stress. 

Cleaning something - people always say “a clear space is a clear mind”, which I totally agree. If the space i’m working in isn’t clean, I tend to focus on that instead of the task at hand. Cleaning makes me feel like I’ve accomplished something... even if what I need to do isn’t done. BUT THEN, it motivates me to get crackin’.

Cook up a good meal - Cooking is an enjoyable activity for me because it forces me to slow down and take the time to focus on the little details. From prepping, to cooking, and finally plating(?), I really enjoy doing the process that leads to having a delicious meal. It’s a break from the constant pressure of studying and moving onto the next topic. 

I think I should be doing these things regardless of stress because I truly believe self-care is is key to having a healthy lifestyle. I’ve learned from the past year that the little stress adds up too. I was always on the go and doing things school and even not school related. If I had taken the time to answer my needs, I may have felt more in control of my life and been more happy.

Remember to take care of yourself! Physically and mentally as well! 

Lots of love (and support),

Snaps