Hey there friend,

I want you to know that you're not alone. College is such a difficult time and wow, it just really sucks some days. You, my friend, are not alone.

It's only September but I'm sure you're already stressed, sleep deprived, struggling in classes, running out of money, and running out of time. I want you to know that it's OK, and I love you. It's okay to be stressed already, it's okay that you're struggling because this is no joke. It doesn't matter what your major is, college is no joke.

Remember a few things, friend, remember to breathe. I know this sucks, I know that test you just took, took everything out of you. I know that your lab sucks, student teaching is long and hard, and staying up doing accounting homework until 3 a.m. because those numbers just don't make sense is a-w-f-u-l. But remember, things will get better! They will! Breathe in, breathe out.

Next thing to remember: take some time off. I know, what the heck? Time off? Isn't that the opposite of what I'm supposed to do? Nope, I meant what I said friends. There are times where you've been working on so many things for hours and hours on end and you just can't do it anymore. When you reach your wit's end and you just can't read one more word, put the book down. Make yourself some tea with honey, turn on some "Gilmore Girls" or "Grey's Anatomy." Lay down and relax. Take care of yourself.

Everyone struggles in college, and all for different reasons. Don't forget that you're only in college once! This is supposed to be fun, this is supposed to be one of the best times of your life, soak it in and have so much fun! Do what you need to do, get done what you need to get done and know that you are loved and not alone. We all have those days. You can do this! You got this! You are a superstar!