Hey, it's me, or should I say you. I want you to be able to look back on this letter and see if you followed any of the advice I'm about to give you. If you are smart (which I'd like to think we are), then you will listen and learn.

1. Stop trying so hard.

I mean this on a personal and social level. Stop caring what others think of you. If you want to dance like a dork at the bar and bust out the robot, do it. Dance like nobody's watching and let your freak flag fly. Also, doing makeup and looking nice is fun, but it's not always necessary. Who cares if you go to the library in sweatpants and without makeup on? Own it. As long as you're comfortable, that's all that matters.

Speaking of the library, stop being so hard on yourself. Yes, you may have a B every now and then, but hey, it's college. At least you're doing it. Do not stress yourself out until the wee hours of the morning trying to be the perfect student. Sometimes it isn't worth it, even if it reflects in your grades. Your mental sanity needs to remain intact.

2. Forget about those who don't make you happy.

Why be around those who do not treat you the way you should be treated? You want to be surrounded by the type of people who will put a smile on your face at the end of the day. However, instead of cutting people out of your life completely, try distancing yourself from the negative people. Branch out, find some new people who never make you cry or wonder why you're friends in the first place. Friends should be the people who make you better, not hold you back.

3. Try new things.

I mean this from your abroad experience to when you're back in the States. Don't be afraid to try new things. It could be a new food, a new workout, a new style. Pretty much anything. Get out of your comfort zone. You might be surprised by what you enjoy.

4. Appreciate the little things more often.

It's easy to get caught up focusing on the big things in life, but sometimes you need to take a step back and appreciate all of the things you're lucky to have in this world. Everything you are able to see and feel, such as a sunset or laying in your comfy bed, should be enjoyed more often. Do not take things for granted because some of the things you have, others do not.

If you follow all of these pieces of advice, you are sure to have a happier, healthier year. Last year might not have been the greatest year, but you're about to make 2018 your b*#ch!