Coming back to school after nearly a month long break can be exhausting and overwhelming. Many people, including myself, spend a good portion of their break without glancing at a book or only open their laptop to watch Netflix. If the first semester wasn't the best for you, then here are some ways to ensure that your second semester will be great!

1. Take time for yourself

Living in a dorm can sometimes make it hard to have alone time. However, taking time for yourself is important for your mental health! Take a long shower, go for a walk, or go to the library by yourself once in a while.

2. Make sure you spend time with the people you love

Even though school can be overwhelming, do not let it consume your life. Spending time with friends and allowing yourself to be social is a huge key to happiness. Remember, humans aren't meant to be alone all the time.

3. Stay organized

Keep an agenda, take detailed notes, and go through all of your syllabi before going to class. Label all of your folders and notebooks so you know where your assignments are. Don't just cram everything into the biggest pocket of your backpack.

4. Don't wait until the last minute

I am guilty of waiting until the night before to study for an important test. Don't let that be you this semester! Studying a little bit each night is so much more effective than waiting until the last minute.

5. Get on a good sleep schedule

This can be really hard, especially in college. Last semester I had an 8 A.M. and I was always exhausted because I stayed up late every night. Be sure to go to bed at a reasonable hour so that you aren't tired the next day!

Good luck this semester everybody!