Summer Plans

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Making summer plans is so fun; the opportunities seem endless, sometimes it is a puzzle to know where to start. Overall, summer tends to be a balance between two areas: development and personal life.

Development can be anything one does in preparation for a future plan or to improve current circumstances. These involve summer jobs, internships, test prep, and skill development. Depending on your circumstances, you may be looking for plans in this category out of necessity or interest. Either way, finding the time and space to keep the mind fresh and creative can lead to growth and a sense of accomplishment.

Personal life includes anything a person does solely for themselves. This can be hobbies, traveling, relaxing at home, and spending time with friends and family. This category is just as important as development, not just in terms of balance but also because it can help to refocus on what is most important. Overall, the best scenarios seem to occur when development and personal life overlap, such as developing mental and physical health or working a job that fulfills one personally.

If you already have great ideas and plans for the summer, that is wonderful! Go live your best life! While you’re at it, consider documenting your summer, which helps to make the memories last longer. Even if you do not have extra special plans for a day, taking the time to reflect on the day and think of something small and meaningful you did (such as in your development or personal life) is a helpful way to develop mindfulness and remind yourself of the importance of small, everyday actions.