Staying Cool

Hi Folks,

It’s that time of year again. Heading back for another semester of punishment. Winter break has officially come to a close, and now it’s back to school.

But fear not! You see, often I get asked by people “Avi, how do you say so laid back? So chilled?” and I never know how to answer.

I’ve thought long and hard, pondering this query, and I have compiled a short list of things for you to do in case school and/or life starts getting you stressed. I’m (apparently) an expert at staying calm under pressure, so heed my advice, and hopefully you will be able to keep your cool until summer hits.

1. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
2. Don’t sweat the big stuff either. Just deal with it.
3. Try to organize your time. It really helps.
4. Don’t forget about your friends. Work can be distracting, but never lose sight of the important things in life. They’ll help keep you sane.
5. Find time for an extracurricular activity.
6. Make some time for yourself. Go for a walk. Clear your mind.
7. Always have your favourite tunes handy. Especially Buena Vista Social Club.
8. Put things into perspective. Seriously, is the problem you are facing something you will even remember 5 years from now? 10?
9. Ask yourself, WWAD? (What would Avi do?)
10. Eat a comfort food. Mine is Mac n’ Cheese… or popcorn.
11. Close your eyes and go to your ‘happy place’.
12. Do something nice for someone else.

Print this list out and keep it on your wallet for future reference.

Stay cool, my babies.

- Avi