Overview
This lecture details a typical day in a college student's life, highlighting morning routines, wellness habits, classes, social activities, studying, fitness, and evening wind-down.
Morning Routine
- Wake up after alarm, try not to stay in bed too long.
- Make the bed first to start the day with a clean room and mind.
- Check phone for missed messages and check the weather.
- Choose an outfit based on the day’s weather.
- Brush teeth, wash face, and complete skincare routine.
- Stretch or do yoga to reduce soreness and improve mood (done some mornings).
- Meditate for 5-10 minutes daily to clear the mind and focus for classes.
- Take daily personalized vitamins (from "care of"), based on dietary and lifestyle needs.
Classes and Academics
- Do some homework before class, starting with Korean.
- Pack bag with necessary items for the day.
- Sometimes eat breakfast in the dining hall or grab a quick green juice if running late.
- Attend Korean class every day in Northwest Labs.
- Attend Women and Gender Studies class weekly (favorite class).
- Complete academic tasks in various study spots, preferring coffee shops for ambiance.
Meals and Socializing
- Eat lunch at Annenberg, which now has plant-based food options.
- Share meals and conversations with friends, such as Jonathan and Ma Day.
- Occasionally study outside on the lawn with friends when the weather is nice.
- Visit coffee shops (like Tata) for studying and social time.
Work and Extracurriculars
- Work at the Smith Center’s desk for 2-3 hour shifts, assisting people and doing homework.
- Attend Women in Business committee meetings in the evening.
Fitness and Wellness
- Work out 3-5 times per week, mainly using elliptical machines and doing ab workouts.
- Listen to music while exercising, such as BTS.
- Stretch after workouts to cool down and prevent soreness.
- Emphasize the mental health benefits of regular exercise for stress relief and clarity.
Evening Routine and Bedtime
- Return to dining hall for dinner, often with friends.
- Shower and complete skincare routine before bed.
- Read before going to sleep, currently "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf.
- Avoid phone use right before sleep to promote better rest.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Skincare routine — daily activities for cleaning and caring for the skin.
- Meditate — practice of focusing the mind for relaxation and clarity.
- Personalized vitamins — supplements tailored to individual health needs and diet.
- Elliptical machine — exercise machine for cardiovascular workouts.
- Annenberg — main freshmen dining hall on campus.
- Smith Center — campus center where student jobs and activities are held.
- Women in Business committee — student group focused on women’s business interests.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Complete Korean homework before class.
- Remember to take daily vitamins and track progress with the "care of" app if applicable.
- Read "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf before bed.
- Prepare for upcoming Women and Gender Studies assignments and meetings.
- Incorporate regular exercise and stretching into weekly routine.