I spend a lot of time outside and setting goals for
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the fall semester, whether it’s personal or work-related. Summer is a good time to do that and to reflect on the past year. I journal my goals using a one-a-day entry journal, which is great to track them and look back.
Madeline Mancuso Admission Counselor Tulane University (LA)
I go on lots of walks first thing in the morning
In the spring and fall, I’m in catch-up mode, but in the
before it gets too hot, and I make sure to leave my phone at home while I do that. It’s nice to have the time to fill your own cup before you try to fill others. I also like to go somewhere different for lunch during the week. You can feel so cooped up working from home sometimes, it’s nice to mix it up and have some excitement there. Casey Padgett Assistant Director of Admissions University of Delaware
summer, I’m not trying to chase my routine anymore. It’s my favorite time of the year because I can enjoy the mornings, go for a walk,
and enjoy my coffee. The recharge in the summer includes a lot of sunshine, seeing family and friends, and getting back into the routine that serves me best.
Kelsey Livingston Regional Recruiter The University of Arizona
I spend as much time as I can with my family, for sure.
I have an 8-month-old at home now, so I spend as much time with my family as I can. I use vacation time in the summer to recharge mentally and physically. It can be a lot being on the road sometimes, so just taking time to mentally recharge before coming back for the fall.
Michael McGurl Admissions Counselor Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (PA)
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