How to Balance Work, Play and School in Summer

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:BalancePlaySchoolSummer
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How to Balance Work, Play and School in Summer

Introduction

Summer's for fun, right? Ah, but it can also be for work and maybe even school. If you find yourself needing to juggle school, work and play, it's a good idea to make some strategic moves and build some helpful habits.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately challenging

Steps

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Step One

Plan your school and work schedules as far ahead of time as possible in order to avoid time conflicts.
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Step Two

Arrange your classes, if you can, so that you don't have to go to campus more than once a day.
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Step Three

Try to get a job close to campus (or home).
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Step Four

Use time efficiently. Pick up a book if you're caught waiting on the phone or at a bus stop. If you have down time at work and this is allowed, use the time to do schoolwork. If you use public transit to commute, do schoolwork on the way.
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Step Five

Set aside at least one day a week for play. This will keep you sane.
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Step Six

Study outside as often as you can - it may feel like play even if, technically, it isn't.

Tips & Warnings

  • If it's at all possible to avoid doing both - work and school - then try to avoid it. Summer school is often condensed and intense, and summer should be a relaxing time.
  • Contact the student services office at your school. The professionals there will have advice that fits your needs.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Sunscreen
  • Sun Hats
  • Lawn Chairs
  • Lemonades
  • Personal Organizers
  • Sunglasses
  • Computers
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