“You drink coffee every day?” I’ve heard the comment a million times as I stumble into classes with my eyes still half-closed, holding onto my cup of coffee like it’s my lifeline. And sometimes it honestly feels like it is.

I start every single morning off with a nice cup of joe. Although there are still many ongoing debates about whether or not coffee is actually healthy, I stick by the evidence that coffee, like many things, is healthy in moderation. But that is just one of the reasons why I choose to start all my days off with a nice cup of coffee.

Unless you drink decaf, which is somewhat pointless in my opinion, coffee is not only healthy, but also gives you that extra boost in the morning that I personally need to get through my day. I am the type of person who should be left alone before I get some coffee in me. Caffeine has the magical power to wake me up and put me in the mood to socialize, and black coffee is a much healthier caffeine source than some other alternatives that college students turn to in order to survive their rigorous schedules that barely give time for sleep.

Sitting down with a cup of coffee is also just a great way to have a fresh, positive start to the day. Nothing makes me happier than beginning my mornings by sitting down with delicious coffee, checking Twitter and relaxing before I have to worry about the fast-paced life I have at school. Coffee is like a warm blanket that reminds me that the best way to start the day is by taking it slow and focusing on myself.

Obviously, coffee isn’t for everyone. Most of the time when I say that I couldn’t live without coffee every day, someone responds with, “I hate coffee!” But I don’t think I’ll ever give up starting my day off with a cup of coffee, and I suggest everyone take the time to find something they love to help them start their day on the right foot.