Life can be stressful, especially the college life.
Your brain will work much more efficiently and you will be less likely to get sick if you take time to relax.
Here are a couple of ways to take a quick break:
Mandalas are sacred circles that have long used to facilitate meditation.
An increasing amount of scientific evidence suggests that meditation can boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, combat depression, improve sleep and reduce stress.
Coloring a mandala combines the benefits of mediation and art therapy and can provide a sense of calm and well-being as well as a chance to express your creative side.
Color a mandala
Gardening is a great way to reduce stress levels.
It can give you a sense of control as you are the designer in charge.
It can excite your senses and studies show just looking at a garden can be good for your psychological health. It can be a safe haven.
Being outside can elevate your mood as well as get you some much needed vitamin D.
Weeding, watering, planting can all be a form of meditation.
Gardening can be a way to exercise, and seeing the fruits of your labor is very satisfying.
Not everyone has the space or time to plant an actual garden. If even a windowsill version isn't feasible try a virtual one.