how to survive the last few weeks of class

Finals. Food. Failing.

These are just a few things that come to mind when thinking of the last two weeks of school before the grand ole CHRISTMAS BREAK!

Now the real question is, how the F*** am I supposed to get through these weeks without eating away all of my feelings and not failing country music class?

Take a deep breath, and make a trip to whole foods.

You might not know this, but Whole Foods is a big part of my life(well at least I like to think that it is).

Step one: purchase yourself a dozen roses. You know why? You are WORTH it. Roses will light up your disgusting, smelt dorm room. Roses will remind you how beautiful and special you are. They smell good. They make you feel classy and out together. Roses make wonders.

Step two: buy some chamomile tea and apple cider vinegar(2-3 tablespoons combined with 1 glass water). Apple cider vinegar for the mornings, and chamomile tea for the night time, before bed. The beverages will help you and guide you to a better day, and begin and end on a more full, balanced feeling. I honestly have no idea what apple cider vinegar does exactly for you, but I do know it is incredibly healthy and detoxifying.

Step three: leave whole foods before you are tempted to buy all of the nut butter, and play some MF CHRISTMAS MUSIC! Christmas music = pure joy. It is honestly the only thing I can say that brings me pure happiness.

However, remember to prioritize group projects and get homework out of the way soon. Everything at once especially during holiday season can be stressful, so make sure you complete work as soon as possible when it is assigned. Keep in mind how happy you will be on your way home, on a plane, and all of the relaxing you will do when you get home if you just get the work that is assigned, done.

Last but not least, shop for others. Buying gifts and/or MAKING gifts for people can be one of the best feelings. As Maya Angelou once said, it is better to give than to receive. So go ahead, head to sephora or H&M or Zara and buy your best friend, sister, mom, grandma, teacher, anyone a gift. Go on pinterest and look up easy DIYs such as bath scrub, cookies or candles. I promise this will bring joy to your day (maybe not your credit card), but it will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside.

happy holidays,
may these last few weeks of school not suck as bad as you think they might. :)
Tara xox