If you’re a sophomore like me, it may have hit you in the past few weeks that you are stuck in the interim of no-longer-a-freshman and not-quite-an-upperclassman. With only months separating you from your 21^st birthday and your inevitable fate as a bar-star, you are no longer the bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, eager and optimistic novice that you were last year. You've got things down by now, and you’ve fallen into a routine of class-library-frat party-repeat that leaves something to be desired; you’ve fallen into the Sophomore Slump.

It isn’t that you are unhappy or even bored—you simply feel like some intangible thing is missing. That thing may be different for each of us, or it may not even be a thing at all, but simply a feeling brought on by all the changes going on around you, from your Junior friends having their 21ers to the fact that your Little and her boy toy finally made things official.

Whatever it is, maybe what you need is some excitement, some variety. To add some spice, switch up your routine—find some time to better yourself and your life. How do you do that? Here are a few suggestions:

1. Set Goals For Yourself

Resolutions aren’t just for New Years. The gratification that comes from working towards and accomplishing a goal may be just what your body is craving in this standstill you’re experiencing. Be specific—making vague goals like “be more involved” make it hard to gauge your success in accomplishing it; instead, aspire to “join a Business club” or “hold a position” in your house. Making up—and writing down—no matter how small is effective. Simply waking up in the morning and setting the goal to go to the gym can improve your mood when you make it happen.

2. Take A Workout Class

Exercise and trying something new are both sure ways to boost your self-esteem and mental well-being. If working out isn’t your thing, instead of forcing yourself to be miserable on the treadmill, try taking a class that interests you; it can be anything from cycling to yoga to Zumba—whatever it takes to get you moving.

3. Go Adventuring 

Instead of going out to the same places and seeing the same people every weekend, try taking a day (or weekend) trip with friends. This could be anywhere from a nearby beach, hiking trail, or local attraction. Getting out and appreciating the beauty of nature relieves stress, not to mention it’s a fun alternative to dark fraternity basements and loud music.

Nobody can tell you what your college experience should or shouldn’t be like. It is yours to do with as you may, but remember that you only get four years here and you should try making the best of every moment you have by focusing on the great aspects.