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Ah, summer: sunny days, breezy nights, a little less work than usual, and... a lot of pressure to get ready for next school year. Whether you're relaxing by the pool or knee-deep in scholarship applications, take some time this summer to experiment with new zen habits. Think of the process as mental exercise. Even if you aren't feeling stressed out right now, consider bulking up your stress-relief muscles today so that you can easily put them into action when stress arises.
Get started with these four zen habits.
Eat the Frog: A Mantra for College Application Season
It's easy to fall behind when you're caught up in the perpetually-whirling cyclone of schoolwork, extracurriculars, practices, rehearsals, summer programs, college applications...phew. You could lose your breath just reading your to-do list out loud.
You might not be able to lighten your workload right now, but you can adjust your approach. Here's one simple tip for making your daily schedule more manageable:
