Clubbing is seen as an integral part of the university experience, and not wanting to participate can leave you feeling left out and lonely. Not going out doesn’t mean you’re boring – a relaxing night-in can be a great way to spend quality time with yourself or with friends.
Tapas Nights
Get some of your friends together, with each person bringing a small tapas-style dish for you to create a cheap and tasty platter. This is a great way to have an inexpensive meal with all your friends, with every supermarket supplying frozen and chilled appetisers at various price points! You can make a spread of everyone’s favourite cuisines and create a lovely relaxed dinner at home.
The Ultimate Self-Care Evening
Take some time for yourself and have a little bit of a refresh. Tidy your room, change your sheets and put on a facemask before relaxing into your comfy bed. From here you can do whatever it is that makes you feel calm – from journaling, to watching a movie, or delving into a good book. Try to avoid your phone so you can escape the chaos of the day and spend an evening dedicated to enjoying your own company. Although this seems simple, a classic self-care evening does wonders to help you unwind and reduce stress!
Craft Nights
A craft night can be a fun way to spend time with your friends or by yourself, and keep yourself busy with some creativity. Grab some inexpensive craft supplies and make some jewellery, scrapbook some memories, or paint some tote bags – the possibilities are endless. Pinterest is a great way to find some inspiration, and don’t worry if your work of art isn’t perfect – it’s all part of the fun!
Games Evening
Another classic, but for a good reason. A games evening is always an enjoyable way to spend time with your friends and have a laugh. Whether you keep it simple with a pack of cards, or branch out for a more complicated board game, you’re guaranteed to be entertained all evening. You can keep it cosy with pyjamas and hot chocolate, or make it an occasion with snacks and mocktails.
Colouring-In
My personal favourite for chill alone-time, grab some colouring pens and a colouring book and relax yourself into the perfect self-care hobby. Order some food, put on a movie and take some time away from your phone by colouring-in – I promise it’s not just for kids! You’ll honestly be amazed by how much time flies by and it really is quite addictive.