⛄Winter Break: Too Long, Too Short, or Just Right?

Winter break—what a gift! Most people can agree that it’s absolutely necessary, but opinions on its length? That’s where the fun begins. I’ve heard professors and students alike complain that the break was simply way too long, while others (myself included) felt it whizzed by in the blink of an eye. Personally, I believe it was long in theory, but time seemed to fly by so quickly, which honestly makes me a bit sad. Who doesn’t love the freedom from classes and obligations?

In the past, I’ve spent my winter breaks working hard, but this year I decided to embrace the art of freeloading. Sure, I did a few things like singing at church on Christmas Eve and attending a national math conference in Seattle, but those were just tiny highlights of an otherwise laid-back break. Most of my time was dedicated to soaking up precious moments with my family and boyfriend, indulging in much-needed relaxation. And now, just like that, it’s all over! Darn!

Of course, nothing says “Welcome back!” quite like getting sick right at the start of the semester. A stomach bug definitely threw a wrench in my plans for a strong start, and even though I managed to get my homework submitted on time, I can’t shake the feeling of being behind already. There’s an assignment due today that I’ve barely even touched—exactly what I was trying to avoid!

This brings me to my biggest goal for the semester: kicking procrastination to the curb. I really dislike the stress that comes with putting things off, yet I still find myself doing it. That’s why I’m relying on Habitica to help me stay on track. Turning tasks into a game makes it easier to keep up with deadlines, and honestly, watching my little avatar suffer whenever I slack off is surprisingly motivating.

That said, I also need to remind myself that I’m not actually as behind as I feel. I still have time to finish my assignment tonight, and from there, I can regroup and push forward. This semester is all about balance—not just avoiding procrastination but also being realistic with myself. I can’t change where I’m starting from, but I can definitely shape where I end up.

So here’s to a semester of less stress, more focus, and hopefully fewer last-minute scrambles!

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