Post-Finals: How to Unwind

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Emory University’s finals start soon. Some people are probably already stressed out thinking about them but we’re already planning for the week after finals. We know you’re going to be stressed all next week but if you just imagine that feeling of freedom and relief when you finally step out of your last final and out into the world for a summer of freedom. (Unless you’re taking summer classes. Sorry, guys.)

Sure, you have to devote heaps of mental energy towards studying for your finals but you should also leave a little for deciding how you’re going to spend the week after your finals.

1. Veg out

There’s nothing more relaxing than doing absolutely nothing. Retreat to your room for a full week and get that Netflix season (or entire show) out of the way. We hear The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt season 2 was just released. Or grab yourself a book and a bundle of blankets and just cocoon yourself in for a week while you finish it. We bet you haven’t had the time to read recreationally since before the semester started. Be a hermit for a while and just enjoy your free time.

2. Sweat the stress out

You’ll probably have built up a lot of frustration over the course of finals week. Burn it off doing some good, hard exercise. Whether that’s just running outdoors in the heat or taking a new and challenging exercise class. Look into a crossfit class to really whip you into shape. You won’t remember any of finals week after a crossfit class. Or a calming hot yoga class to really sweat it out.

After your sweat sesh, make sure to run yourself a nice, hot bath and stay there until it gets cold. Your muscles will deserve a rest too.

3. Plan yourself a real retreat

We bet you’re about to be exhausted, physically, mentally, and emotionally. All that time in the library studying, staying up late, it takes its toll on your body. You need an actual vacation and not just a week spent at home by yourself. For a mini vacay, head to Six Flags Over Georgia. The death defying coasters will make you forget all about the threat of finals week. Stone Mountain Park is another great place to escape for a mini getaway. See a laser show, learn a little history, and traverse the treetops through the ropes courses. Stone Mountain Park is only a 20 minute drive away from Clairmont Reserve Apartments.

Finals week is a rough time. We get it. But don’t forget to actually relax afterwards. You deserve it! How do you unwind after finals week? Share your ideas with us on Facebook and Twitter.