Getting through the winter is hard enough -- let alone working, having a social life, working out, racking up those awesome resume builders and taking a full load of classes. Here are some tips and tricks to push through second semester from the Gilmore Girls.

1. Caffeine caffeine caffeine

If you're doing the head-bobbing thing when you are in your second class of the day you know you need some coffee. Lorelai could not go a day without some caffeine, and she knows best.

2. Rest up

Sleep is so important to be productive the next day. Make sure your body is well rested so you can make it to your shift on time tomorrow!

3. “I smell snow”

Making the decision between walking to class and risk falling on campus versus staying in your warm cozy bed is always a proposition. Try and look at the fresh snowfall more like Lorelai and enjoy the beauty of winter!

4. Treat yourself!

Through all the craziness of all your commitments, don’t forget to treat yourself to that extra taco (or whatever your guilty pleasure is!)

5. Live it up

Having a social life can be one of the best things if you do it right! Leave time for going out, hanging with friends and maybe even a little dancing like Miss Patty.

6. Don’t forget to study

How disappointed would Rory be if you told her you failed out of Bio 101? Find your perfect study spot and don’t forget to use it!

7. Relax

When things start to get crazy and you are stressed out, take a step back and relax. Rory would probably ease her mind with a good book or going to the movies with Lane, but do whatever helps.