It’s not always easy as a student to think of ways that you can use your spare time. For one you may not get very much spare time, and when you do get some, you’re probably more concerned about relaxing and enjoying some you time rather than getting productive. However you like to spend that extra bit of time you get during the day, there’s always a way for it to be more usefully used in a way that will benefit you, and leave you feeling more satisfied and amped to go on and complete any other tasks you have. Here are just a few things you can consider filling your spare time with.
Exercise
It may seem like a very stressful thing to think of exerting yourself to try and fit exercise into your schedule, but it may actually end up being a much less stressful recreation than you think. Working out helps you to not only keep fit (which is definitely a necessity on your journey through education) but it also helps to reduce stress. When you oxygenate your brain during exercise it is very beneficial for your mental health. So set yourself up for a successful time studying by spending your spare time doing some exercise.
Games
Loosen up and enjoy some time playing some different games while you relax from your work. Get those ‘feel good’ endorphins floating around your body as you indulge in a game of your choice. Whether active one’s from table tennis to tight roping or enjoying something over your computer like betting sites. Pocket some cash: talk about ‘spending’ your time well.
Network
Education can so often have you trapped indoors trying to meet deadlines for various essays or study hard for upcoming exams. Sometimes socializing is the last thing on your list, but when those windows of opportunity come your way and some spare time frees up, you should definitely make networking a priority. Whether you take up an extracurricular activity that helps you to engage with others, or you join different societies, it’s always a good thing to network. You never know how life-changing it can be and what different paths you can take because of the people you get to know.
Write
Now this probably will be the last thing you’d think of putting on your list of things to do in your spare time. With writing taking a heap of your time already, you probably want to avoid it when you have some spare minutes. But I assure you this is definitely a helpful hobby to pick up. Whether blogging, journaling or keep a diary, writing can help you vent those anxieties, worries and any other emotions that may be hindering you from performing even better on your course.
