13 January 2012

Getting to the Point

As I approach my final semester of college, I find myself wondering about stress. How much of it will I be facing? What sort of jobs will I be given in the two theatrical productions remaining in my collegiate career? What extra work will be required of me as I face an advanced directing class, a theater management class, a spanish class, and a speech class? How much free time can I find for my own writing? Will I ever find my textbook for spanish or will I be forced to purchase a new copy? That would suck. Stay tuned to learn the results of my search.

There's not much that can stop all these questions and concerns, but I'm working on keeping myself calm. All in all, the things that best calm me down are reading and writing. I just finished reading a remarkable book The Fault in Our Stars by John Green and his stream of consciousness narrative style is helping me to explore that idea more in my own writing. You remember my previous post on writing routines? As a writer, a reader, a technician, and a college student, I have trouble functioning without my coffee. I'm sure other people have this problem. Well, if you do, never fear! Just try for my give away.


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Yes, I am doing my first give away. The prize, now that you've sloughed through my above rambling and round about way of thinking (welcome to the ADD mind!) is a $10 pre registered gift card to Starbucks. Instructions to enter the giveaway can be found below. The drawing will be on Jan. 21, 2011. Good luck! I'm off to get more coffee. a Rafflecopter giveaway
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43 comments:

  1. JenMcPJanuary 13, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    You asked how I cope with stress...
    I read, write, listen to music. I also do yoga.

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  2. lynette355January 13, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    I am a stress cleaner....scrub the pain away

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  3. UnknownJanuary 13, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    The best way for me to cope with stress is to either grab my kindle, seclude myself in my room and read or me and my hubby go out alone for dinner and drinks. (Tammy G)

    jrandtam[at]columbus.rr.com

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  4. jenrenhJanuary 13, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    I usually spend time with my fiance and he helps me cope with stress.

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  5. Anne D.January 13, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    I cope with stress by exercising:) I try to walk mainly:)
    annejk112233(at)yahoo(Dot)com

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  6. UnknownJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Sleep :)

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  7. Tracy RJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    I try to stay calm and take things one step at a time in times of stress. I also allow myself treats everyday such as an afternoon coffee drink and chocolate in moderation. I work out in the gym whenever I get the chance, which helps me feel better and de-stress. Thanks!
    cardprincess(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  8. PJJanuary 13, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    I play my electronic keyboard.

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  9. Valerie LedesmaJanuary 13, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I usually just take a nap or shower.

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  10. JennyJanuary 13, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    I cope with stress by exercising.

    jenny_anwar at yahoo.com

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    I exercise, listen to music, close my mind and picture the most beautiful place I have been (Bahamas)
    Sometimes, however, I deal with stress in a negative way, by eating, or shopping - I am working on those :))
    robinlscott4 at hotmail dot com

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    I cope with stress by talking about it to my hubby or reading.

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  13. MindyJanuary 14, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    With a glass of wine!

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  14. UnknownJanuary 14, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    I cope by pulling out a book and blasting some music.

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  15. Erin SJanuary 14, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    I am a pretty easy going person, but when kids are in bed, I will grab a "drink" and tune everything out! Not that I drink stress away, just 1 drink and maybe some HGTV and be unfocused for a bit!-Erinn A

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  16. DeniseLJanuary 14, 2012 at 4:47 PM

    Chew my finger nails :(

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  17. Tiana B.January 14, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    I run (or hike/walk fast)! It is the only thing that works for me.

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  18. Ashley turicikJanuary 14, 2012 at 6:57 PM

    I listen to music or dance.

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  19. Terri's Little HavenJanuary 14, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    I handle stress by making some coffee, lighting some candles and curling up with my Kindle.

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  20. GypsyFoxJanuary 14, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    I love to read, escape into a whole different world when I am stressed :) I'm a new follower via MBC

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  21. ElkayeJanuary 14, 2012 at 10:10 PM

    I take time for myself.

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    sleep always helps me cope with stress!!

    doricemarie at hotmail dot com

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  23. June LJanuary 16, 2012 at 1:17 AM

    I used to pray, read my Bible, and Sadly smoke. Now I want to just pray and read my Bible :0)

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  24. one frugal ladyJanuary 16, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    I deal with my stress.... when my kids are in bed at night, I love to take a hot bath, read a book and relax!
    onecheaplady@yahoo.com

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  25. BelindaJanuary 16, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    I usually take a warm bath or go for a walk to help deal with stress.

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    i deal with stress with a hot shower it helps but ofcourse i stop and think and think of all that makes me happy. spend time with family, always gets the best of me, email:domincanzbaby@yahoo.com

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  27. ChrissyJanuary 18, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    I'm trying to learn to deal with stress by exercising vs. chocolate...sometimes I still lean towards the chocolate. :)

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  28. Maria IveyJanuary 19, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    I listen to music.

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  29. Denise Taylor-DennisJanuary 19, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    deep breathing exercises

    40denise (dot) taylor (at) gmail (dot) com

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  30. michele376January 19, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    In the past I dealt with stress by drinking. Effective but not very healthy. For 3 years I'm proud to say I am alcohol free. Now I deal with stress by removing the source when possible. If I can't I spend time on my computer reading post,entering giveaways and searching for deals and coupons.

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    i tackle stress by calming down and taking a momentto think before freak out. lol, but it's true:)

    melkev100 at comcast dot net

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  32. Heather JonesJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    You know its funny I should have been a coffee drinker while in college, but I found out that after having my first son, there is no way I could function without it. So I appreciate this giveaway and I hope you find your spanish book. College books are expensive!

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  33. NikkiJanuary 19, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    I cope with stress by taking some time (5 minutes or a half hour, whatever I have) for myself. Just doing whatever I want-reading, facebooking, etc.

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  34. ♡♥♬ Louis ♬♥♡January 19, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    breathing exercises, a squeezable stress ball

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  35. JenniferJanuary 19, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    I read when stressed!

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  36. ZombiemommyJanuary 19, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    I read peoples blogs and enter giveaways, you are amazing!

    :)Feel better all ready!

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  37. CalibeeJanuary 19, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    i work out

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  38. Mom of TwoJanuary 19, 2012 at 3:49 PM

    I exercise.

    jshallow01 @ hotmail.com
    http://savegreenbeinggreen.blogspot.com/

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  39. meredith mJanuary 19, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    i cope with stress by a cup of tea and a hot shower, sometimes with a long swim

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  40. Donna GeorgeJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    I cry - a lot

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  41. TawnyaJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    I cope with stress by taking a long bath or having a nice cup of tea or coffee!

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  42. kjasusJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    i scream it out

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  43. ThePixieSprinklesJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    I don't have the ability to, I am thankful for Xanax! lol

    pixiesprinkles@hotmail.com

    Thanks! =)

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