Labor Day is coming up, which means that it’s time to seize the opportunity to spend extra time with your friends! Here are three ways to make the long weekend a blast:
1. Don’t expect it to be perfect.
First and foremost, have realistic expectations this Labor Day weekend. Even though we all desperately wish that life could stop so that we could sit around the campfire drinking wine coolers, life is messy, even on holiday weekends.
Remember that times and people change as we grow older, especially once we all break into the “real world” and conquer adulthood. Just making the effort to spend time with your besties is important, even if it’s not the same as those boozy weekends in college with your friends. Keep your expectations low, and you’ll definitely enjoy the quality time with your crew.
2. Embrace the great outdoors!
How do you plan a cheap (but still fun) weekend? Camp out with your friends!Campsite rentals won’t break your budget, and you can always find plenty of free or fairly cheap activities to occupy your time,like hiking, swimming, and playing board games.
Don’t have camping supplies? Try borrowing tents and other gear from family members. Also, research the campsite and surrounding area ahead of time so that you can plan out the entire weekend.
3. Stay in the moment as much as you can.
Unfortunately, even disappearing into the woods doesn’t necessarily quiet the constant brain chatter of adulthood. Although remaining mindful feels difficult at times, when you feel your mind wandering, try your best to continuously refocus on the present moment. Also, consider bringing a notebook to jot down those overwhelming thoughts so that you can get them out of your head. Better yet, plan out mindful moments in your weekend and make them mandatory.
Hopefully these three tips will help you make the most of your Labor Day weekend. So get out there, stay present, and have an amazing Labor Day weekend!
How do you enjoy spending your Labor Day weekend? Let us know in the comments!
A version of this article was previously published on Megan Writes Everything.
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