The Midsemester Revival

Spring Break is over and you are back to having a test and a project due every week. Congratulations. For a lucky few, you are only a few weeks from being done with the rest of your education! By now, I'm sure you all have calculated exactly what grades you need to get on the remainder of your assignments to pass all of your classes to walk in May. I'm so jealous. 

I've officially hit the point where I don't care about random assignments so long as I maintain my grades enough to make it into Law School (my newest post-grade plan - god help me). I have reached out to some of my friends in order to find some advice on getting back on track (and over the midsemester slump).

One guy friend suggested that exercise is the best way to regain focus. Endorphins aren't just to make people happy so they don't commit homicide (please tell me you got the reference). 

Eating well was another suggestion. Fish is relatively easy to cook and with a side of broccoli or spinach and pasta you have a perfect meal! 

One of my sisters suggested that I get some sunshine! I have to admit that this is probably the best suggestion I got for me. I thrive after a little bit of sun and I love reading outside!

If all else fails, take a break and grab a cup of tea and a good book to settle into proper procrastination mode. Sometimes taking a little bit of time for yourself is the best way to clear your mind. 

I hope you can get over your Midsemester Slump and please send your suggestions my way! I can use all the help I can get! 

YIPS

Sonia 

10 Books to Read in 2015

I am not sure about you, but I am an avid book reader! I can spend an entire weekend holed up with a good book and have no regrets when I finish it in in two days. Many people list "read more" on their New Year's resolutions yet have no action plan or way to accomplish this goal. Many don't even have a list of books they would like to read. I have compiled a list of books that every college girl should read this year!

1. Girl Boss - Read the story of Sophia Amoruso and how she built her Nasty Gal empire. She gives great advice through the book and has sparked the #GirlBoss movement.

2. Yes Please - Who doesn't love Amy Poehler? This book is full of fun stories from Amy herself. She will inspire you, make you laugh, and challenge you to become a better you!

3. Looking For Alaska - With John Green being one of the most popular authors for teens and young adults, it makes sense that you should read more of his work. This story follows a teenager on his journey and makes many pit-stops on topics such as love.

4. The Happiness Project - Gretchen Rubin decided one day that she wanted to dedicate her life to being happy. That is where the Happiness Project began. Dedicating one full year to happiness and chronicling her journey, Rubin brings us not only a good read but a new lifestyle.

5. Packing Light - I found this book through a fellow travel blogger. It shows the story of a college grad as she travels through all fifty states in a year in order to learn more about herself and living with less baggage.

6. I Was Here - If you are looking for a more heart-wrenching fiction read, pick up I Was Here. This story beautifully portrays the darker sides of friendship and will be a story that sticks with you forever.

7. Not That Kind Of Girl - This book is a collection of essays written by Lena Dunham that will make you feel as if you are getting a sneak peek into a interesting life. From the essays, you will learn valuable lessons and also understand the situations she has been in.

8. After - If you want a classic, easy to read, somewhat cheesy love story then this is the perfect book for you! The first in its series, this book will introduce you to Tessa and her new friend Hardin. You will see how her life changed once she met this guy and you will fall in love with the characters.

9. Paper Towns - John Green seems to be all the rage these days and Paper Towns is another book that perfectly display his intelligence. Q and Margo are quite the pair in the story and they have experienced quite a lot together. This book will take you through their experiences as you read and you will quickly become entranced.

10. Dark Places - If mysteries or chiller stories are more your style then definitely pick up Darn Places by Gillian Flynn. If you have read Gone Girl then you know sort of what to expect, but if not you will begin questioning your own sanity as you read each page of this book.