While it may just be the beginning of the semester, many people are already feeling the stress of classes, exams, and extracurriculars. Therefore, the best way to approach stress is to know how to deal with it beforehand. So here are 20 easy ways to deal with the stress of the new semester.

1. Prepare for the morning the night before

2. Don't rely on your memory...write things down!

3. Say "no" more often

4. Avoid negative people

5. Set some priorities

6. Make copies of important papers, or save them to the cloud

7. Break up large tasks into smaller portions

8. Declutter your room

9. Smile

10. Pet a dog

11. Schedule relaxation time into every day

12. Believe in yourself

13. Have goals for yourself

14. Don't procrastinate...do it today

15. Do everything in moderation

16. Stretch your limits a little each day

17. Learn to meet your own needs

18. Get to work/class early

19. Keep a journal and/or planner

20. Have a network of support, whether it be family, friends, or a pet