It's exciting to finally be through with a nerve wrecking examination, especially if you had to sit for three hours straight, answering questions on a subject you didn't even like. It's amazing to finally be rid of the yoke that kept you in school uniform 24-7, without your fancy mobile phone, without the attention of the opposite sex (and the ego boost that comes with it). All you want to do is to sit down, sleep whole days away, watch hundreds of movies and series, and of course hang out!!

I'm not saying that all these activities are bad (if I did you wouldn't continue reading this!!). However, when the boredom finally sets in (don't fool yourself it'll definitely sink in), it is my humble suggestion that you start thinking about your future. Too many people are living in the moment, fooling themselves that they 'only live once' and so on.

That, to me, is hogwash. Start making strides to bringing about the future you hope for today. Do enjoy your long break from books, but ensure you have a long think. Where do you want to see yourself in five years? Ten? Twenty? It's never too early to start thinking about this.

Start with the end in mind. You'll find this more helpful than shouting 'YOLO' everywhere you go. Stay safe and most of all, have responsible fun!! (and don't think too much about the results!!).

This article was written by: Victor Karani