Our winter break is about three weeks and we have a winter session so I'm taking a class . . . I'm just too tempted at the idea of checking off a whole class in 13 weekdays of effort that I can't resist being a glutton for punishment.
But I would also agree with the other comments about taking a break. . . for me the periods of rest and recovery are almost as important as all the studying efforts during the semesters.
Hospital volunteering would be great, but if you haven't made the arrangements already you might not get anything done other than getting signed up. This is a good season to work at the food pantries, serve meals at the shelters, etc as it seems easier to walk in and get to work this time of the year. In my community, Habitat for Humanity is still finishing up a 'winterization' effort for the community, helping people prepare their homes to be as energy efficient as possible. That would be rewarding I think.
Regardless, have a great holiday season!
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