Thanksgiving break has come and gone, unfortunately. Now, it's time to focus on the last few weeks of school before the semester is over.

In other words, things get real.

I'm talking about papers, finals, presentations, projects. You name it, you probably have to face it.

I don't know about you, but these next few weeks will probably be some of the most stressful weeks in my life. I'm a senior, and I am currently applying to graduate schools. I also have to balance out 3 research papers as well. So overall, I'm not going to be having a good time.

I think we all need some motivation to get through the next few weeks.

Just think about it; after this, we will have a few weeks off before having to go to school. Most of us will be going back home to see our families. Some of us will be getting jobs. Others will be taking entrance exams, applying for graduation, or applying for post-undergraduate programs.

Either way, we will all be getting some much deserved time off. Without having to deal with the stress of school work, we are free to focus more of our energy on other things in our life.

Just the thought of having nearly a month off is enough to get me through. If it isn't, here are some other things to consider.

It will be winter break. That means colder weather (hopefully). Maybe even snow if you don't live down south. I'm going to Toronto for about 9 days over break, so I'm excited to visit family and hopefully see some snow.

It's the holidays! There are so many holidays to celebrate over break. It will be a great time to spend with friends and family.

Do you miss sleeping in? So do I! Winter break is the perfect time to catch up on sleep,

My point: these next few weeks might be stressful, but it doesn't mean that there isn't something good waiting on the other side.

Don't worry; you'll get there.

I believe in you. And so should you.