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Finals Are Coming

by Nancy Olascuaga

Finals week is coming, and those sleepless nights are upon us. The next two weeks is a time of studying late at night, eating junk food, and drinking so much coffee! For those who are graduating, and those who will register for classes next semester, this is a stressful time, yes its temporary, but still stressful. With this academic year coming to a close: full of successes and stresses, going to Ventura Beach will help you manage stress and self care.

Here’s a list of why and how walking or sitting on a bench at Ventura beach will help you destress and make your finals week a memorable one:

The Smell: The scent of the sea is refreshing. Take a few deep breaths and take in the fresh and salty aroma. Taking deep breaths improves lung function, lowers stress, and improves concentration.

The Touch: If you walk barefoot or bury your hands in the sand, its’ particles will stimulate your psyche and your skin.

The Sound: The sound of the waves will help you feel optimistic and positive about your upcoming finals. The sound of nature will help soothe your body and relax your mind.

The Sight: You’ll see many people walking/jogging, long palm trees, and very talented surfers. If you catch a sunrise or a luminous sunset your body will relax and reduce stress. Watching the waves will boost your confidence going into finals, you will crush them!

Make sure you add some beach time to your finals study plans, or go afterwards with friends or alone. Surviving these next two weeks will set you up for a successful future in your awesome future academic endeavors, and it doesn’t have to be chaotic or full of stress.

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By Nancy Olascuaga

Nancy Olascuaga is a dental office accounts clerk. She loves to remind patients that they are due for their dental exams and cleanings. She also helps the financial administrator with general account balances and insurance claims. Nancy is a happy person and enjoys helping others. She has three kids; they go to three different schools, but she manages to juggle their schedules while pursuing her dreams of obtaining a higher education in business. Her career goal is to have her own business. She grew up and currently lives in Ventura, but she has also lived in San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. She enjoys gifting gloves to the homeless folks in her area during the cold weather. She loves going to the beach and the Ventura Botanical Gardens. Nancy is able to find resilience every time she faces adversity.

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