Thanksgiving is often overlooked after Halloween, as we are eager to celebrate the December holidays, but it is an important time to be grateful for what we have and who we share it with. Don’t know how? Here are three great ways to show your friends and family how much they mean to you.

1. Stop saying, “I’m sorry” and start saying, “Thank you” instead. While apologizing for our mistakes often feels nec-essary, a good way to turn this around is to start replacing, “I’m sorry” with, “Thank you.” Instead of saying, “I’m sorry I’m late,” try saying, “Thank you for waiting.” This change in wording turns negative emotions directed towards your-self to positive emotions directed towards the person who is helping you. Saying, “Thank you” is a good way to show the people you care about that you notice and appreciate the sacrifices they make for you.

2. Write them a note. Surprise your coworkers with a sticky note on their desk, your mom with a note on the fridge, or your best friend or roommate with a note on their door. Be as lengthy as you want, but sometimes just a little message is enough to show your loved ones how much you appreciate them.

3. Do a kind deed. A great way to show thanks is to give back to your community. Find out ways to volunteer in your town or even somewhere else! You could donate food and clothes to local drives, or seek out other volunteer opportunities that you are passionate about.

4. Complain less, be more grateful. While college is a very stressful time and it can seem like nothing is going your way every now and then, try to turn your negatives into positives. Instead of saying, “I am disappointed that I was only able to hang out with my friends for an hour today because I had so much work,” think, “I am so thankful that my friends took time out of their busy schedules to hang out with me.” It’s important to be grateful and think about the wonderful things we have, rather than the smaller struggles we endure.

Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving or not, it is al-ways important to remind the people who care about you how thankful you are for them, so don’t forget to let them know!

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Giving Thanks By: Hannah Grebos

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Thanksgiving is the time of year when we start to reflect on all of the people we’re thankful for in our lives. Traditionally, Thanksgiving is a gathering of family mem-bers from far and wide to give thanks. But relatives aren’t the only important people in our lives and, for many, the term “family” has expanded to include friends. Hence the rise of Friendsgiving: a celebration in which friends come together to show appreciation for each other. According to NPR, the idea was popularized by the television show “Friends,” which featured several episodes with the core group of friends celebrating Thanksgiving together. The holiday has taken off in recent years, with more and more people throwing Friendsgiving gatherings every year.

Friendsgiving celebrations usually occur before Thanksgiving, allowing for double the food and thanks in one month. For those who can’t go home for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving can act as a welcome alternative to spend-ing the holiday alone. According to USA Today, Friends-giving is especially popular among college students and young workers, who often don’t have the time or money to fly home for Thanksgiving. Additionally, a celebration with friends can be less stressful than some family gather-ings, where nosy life questions and general melodrama can make for awkward dinners. For most who celebrate Friendsgiving, however, the most important aspect of the holiday is getting togeth-er with loved ones whom they don’t see often throughout the year. Simran Kalsi, a sophomore at the University of Maryland, has celebrated Friendsgiving every year since high school with her friends. For her, these potluck dinners are an opportunity to catch up with friends who she doesn’t

get to spend time with during the school year. “I think Friendsgiving is really important for college students, es-pecially because most students go out-of-state or don’t live at home during the semester,” Kalsi said. “It’s just a time where friends can get together and just hang out like old times.” In this way, Friendsgiving acts as a reminder to make time for our loved ones and to reach out to those we haven’t talked to in a while. However, while Friendsgiving can remind us to be thankful for our friends, it’s important to show apprecia-tion for our loved ones as often as possible, not just one time of year. “I think that every day I, in some way, show that I’m thankful for my friends, even just saying thanks for something,” said freshman Danielle Bernstein. She doesn’t personally celebrate Friendsgiving, but she can see how having a set holiday to show that you’re thankful for your friends can make the event seem more special.

Bernstein also emphasized showing appreciation for your friends all year round. “I think [Friendsgiving] kind of, in a way, makes it more special, because you know when it is every year so you look forward to it, but I think showing thanks more often makes it more meaningful,” said Bern-stein. While Friendsgiving is definitely the perfect oppor-tunity to get together with friends and hang out like old times, don’t forget to call up your friends every once in awhile just to say thanks for all that they do.

Friendsgiving: Expanding the Family Tradition by: Juliette Pasquini

Most Friendsgiving dinners are potlucks where each person brings a dish. This prevents any one person from having to make all of the food for the celebration.Source: upserve.com

Friendsgiving is a time for friends to come together to show thanks for each other with food and good company.Source:parade.com

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Screencap from season 5, episode 8 of Friends titled “The One With All the Thanksgivings.”Source:usmagazine.com

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TIPS FOR SELF-CARE OVER THANKSGIVING BREAK!By: Maya Pillai

Thanksgiving break means no more morning classes or exams! Here are some things you can do to destress from the pressures of the semester. 1. GET A HOBBY Self-care is not always about taking warm salt baths and lighting scented candles. In reality, self-care en-compasses a broader range of activities that you enjoy and feel relaxed doing. One person’s idea of self-care might be reading a favorite book, while another person’s version may involve exercising or jogging. All in all, self-care should help create a positive atmosphere, one that fosters creativity and personal growth. 2. TAKE A WALK Talking a walk after a long week of classes can help clear your mind and shift your mind to a calmer state. In fact, brisk walking has been shown to boost the release of endorphins and reduce stress hormones within the body. Furthermore, walking helps boost energy levels and reduce fatigue, which may stem from difficult coursework and a heavy workload. If you want to relax this upcoming break, definitely give walking a try!

4. LEAN ON YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM Surround yourself with family and friends that genuinely care about your well-being. It is essential to know that you have others that you can count on, wheth-er it is for academic support or for social support. Host a Friendsgiving, go Black Friday shopping or simply watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from the comfort of your own home with family and friends over break this fall!

3. TRY JOURNALING If walking is not your cup of tea, give journaling a shot! Research has shown that putting your thoughts on pa-per can help manage anxiety-triggering events throughout the day and, in turn, reduce stress levels. Journaling also has many benefits for mood regulation. For one, writing down your feelings can help prioritize the tasks that you must get done and help formulate solutions to problems that generate negative emotions. Additionally, keeping track of your positive and negative thoughts will help you identify what is bothering you, which can give you import-ant information to better manage and control your daily stressors. Finally, if journaling sounds too time-consuming to you, remember that it does not have to be. Journaling can be as easy as jotting down a few thoughts each morn-ing or writing about your life on a weekly basis at night-time. It is what you make out of it!

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This thanksgiving break, set aside some time for your favorite hobbies, whether it is reading, exercising or socializing!Source: thoughtcatalog.com

Journaling has been shown to not only relieve stress, but also improve memory, boost self-esteem and im-prove mental clarity!

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Walking has many benefits including stress reduction and energy boosting. If you don’t have time to exercise on a regular basis, try to get some steps in by walking to class instead of taking the bus!Source: spiritualityhealth.com

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Calling All Foodies: See What Route 1 Has to Offer! By: Natalie Lambert

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When walking down Route 1, it’s hard not to notice the amount of restaurants we have at our fingertips. Whether you are feeling sweet, savory, or spicy, there’s options everywhere! Check out a few of my favorite places.

I want something…

...that will fill me up: Bobby’s Burger Palace

Bobby’s has options for all! You can customize any burger with beef, chicken, or turkey, plus add-ons like bacon or a fried egg. Don’t forget to grab a side of fries, sweet potato fries, or onion rings. There’s no issue if you’re a vegetarian either; you can snag a veggie burger or a crunch salad. Not full yet? Bobby’s has shakes to sweet-en up the meal! You definitely will not leave hungry.

My recommendation: Bacon Crunchburger with Sweet Potato Fries

...with a kick: Nando’s Peri-Peri

Looking for something to spice up your day? Nan-do’s serves food with all levels of spice. With plenty of sauces to use and sides to choose from, your chicken will taste better than ever! They have a range from extra mild, sweeter sauces like Mango & Lime all the way to extra hot.

My recommendation: Peri-Peri Chicken Bowl with a Side of Fries

...light: Frutta Bowls or Vigilante

If you’re craving something fresh or light, check out these two places! Vigilante is known for their açai bowls, which pair well with a strong cup of coffee. Frutta Bowls, which recently opened under the Varsity, has more choices: açai, kale, and pitaya bowls. Want something more substantial? They have some hot oatmeal bowls and various toast options.

My recommendation: Frutella Bowl

...for your sweet tooth: Cold Stone Creamery

Feeling like you need something to help your cravings? Cold Stone is the place to go! They have mul-tiple flavors and mix-ins, so you can choose one of their favorites or customize your own. Cold Stone has waffle cones, shakes, smoothies, and cakes, so you really can’t go wrong.

My recommendation: Mint Mint Chocolate Chip in a sugar cone

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The Farmers Market at Maryland is in full swing, complete with apple cider in time for fall! It opened for the season in April and will end on November 14. The market is held every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in front of Tawes Hall. Some students don’t think it’s worth the time to stop by the Farmers Market at Maryland, but there are so many benefits they don’t realize they’re missing.

Students can buy food from local vendors at the Farmers Market. This local food is fresh, carefully harvest-ed and delicious. Additionally, the Center for Urban Educa-tion about Sustainable Agriculture estimates that the average meal travels around 1,500 miles to get to your plate. So, since the food at the Farmers Market travels 250 miles or less to campus, shopping at the market can reduce gas pol-lution and other negative environmental impacts. Further-more, the Farmers Market at Maryland is sponsored by the Department of Dining Services. So, instead of going to the Diner, you could maybe change up your routine and check out the Farmers Market for some fresh produce!

Some of the vendors at this year’s market include RavenHook Bakehouse, Maryland Dairy, and McCleaf’s Orchards. According to the Farmers Market website, the market is “producers only,” meaning vendors only sell prod-ucts that they have personally grown. You can choose from

produce, meats, baked goods, and more. The RavenHook Bakehouse is a bakery that produc-

es fresh breads and baked goods in the D.C. area. In ad-dition, RavenHook Bakehouse only sells their products at farmers markets. Their breads have gotten great reviews and are made with all-natural ingredients. Take advantage of this opportunity for some delicious treats!

The Maryland Dairy is well-known around campus, and friends often make plans to head to the Stamp Student Union and enjoy some ice cream together. However, every Wednesday, students can experience a change of scenery and try a delicious new ice cream flavor at the Farmers Market such as Fear the Turtle, which consists of vanilla ice cream with white chocolate, pecans, caramel, and more.McCleaf’s Orchard is a sixth-generation, off-campus fam-ily farm that grows a wide variety of fruits, such as apples and peaches. According to McCleaf’s, they have reduced the number of pesticides they use in order to make the food they grow more healthy and sustainable. Fall is also the perfect time to venture out to their farm on the weekend and pick some apples.

Also, you can have a lunch at the market instead of buying fresh produce. The Green Tidings Food Truck is a staple on campus, and it can be regularly found near Tawes Hall. Its mission is to “feature local, sustainable cuisine pro-viding a fresh, new way for students and faculty to eat on campus,” says the Farmers Market website.

Come out and enjoy fresh food every Wednesday, and follow the Farmers Market at Maryland’s Facebook page and Twitter account for more on this awesome UMD experience!

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