Just Breathe

Over the weekend, I decided to go out for a drive with my brother. We both wanted to escape the very thought of responsibility that we would have to face after our short expedition. At midday, my brother got on the freeway, which was a bit empty for that time of day, and drove to the seaside. Once I pushed the door open, the gentle breeze of sea salt in the air greeted me. I stood there on the hill gazing at a vast panorama of the ocean. Soaking in the sun’s rays and the aesthetic view in front of me, I felt a calming feeling – I felt that I could breathe. At the moment I was able to clear my head of all the deadlines and piles of work that I would have to return to. For once, I appreciated nature for what it was and not think about the things I had to do. In some way this experience was therapeutic; it was like I was getting a massage just by being surrounded in that atmosphere.

I think that it’s necessary to take a break from anything that is stressful. Before taking on multiple tasks, it’s good to just breathe and have some time for yourself. In doing so, it makes tasks seem less stressful than it was. I know that senior year is going to be hectic with all the work and deadlines that I’ll have to face, but I know that if I have time to breathe things will be okay.