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Are you in the habit of making New Year’s resolutions? For many of us, a brand new year signals an opportunity to take a look at how things are going for us, and – if needed – make necessary changes. Here are a few college-specific ideas:
1. Get more sleep. While this is probably not on many college students’ lists, we think it should be. As Molly wrote last week, “school is a much more enjoyable (not to mention, doable) experience when I’m not struggling to keep my eyes open.” Lack of sleep can mean lower grades, even if you study hard. Don’t underestimate the importance of getting enough sleep – 6 hours per night is the bare minimum, but 8 is what you really need.
2. Eat healthier. Again, not directly related to your degree, but something that influences your general well-being and may influence your grades too. A steady diet of greasy, sugary, high-sodium junk food will make you tired, give you headaches, and make it harder to focus on your studies.