They say that college is the best four (or five) years of our lives. But sometimes, we get in a rut. Life just happens and you have no choice but to give in to stress. The breakdown begins and you can't remember what it's like to have a day without a meeting, homework, a paper to write, or a test to study for. Here are 9 ways to keep your sanity during the not-so-fun times of college:

1. Treat Yo-Self

"Three words: Treat. Yo. Self. Once a year, you should  treat yourself. What should you treat yourself to? Clothes, fragrances, massages, mimosas, fine leather goods… It's the best day of the year." Happy TREAT YOURSELF 2014!

2. Scream into a pillow. 

It will be the best thing that ever happened to you.

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3. At the end of the day, turn off your emails!

You sit down on the couch for a Netflix movie marathon and *buzz buzz* here comes one email and then another. The second you answer one, you answer them all. Emails are toxic after 5:00pm. You can answer them in the morning, but don't let them ruin your dinner/movie night at home.

4. Cut off unhealthy relationships.

(Or better yet, don't get into serious relationships) - Any bad seed can cause negative energy to flood your life. And you're much too busy to deal with that. Trying to define the relationship that doesn't actually exist is only going to take up time you could be spending getting your work done, hanging out with the friends you'll actually keep in touch with, or sleeping. And sleeping is more important.

5. Find little bits of inspiration everyday.

And Kid President is great a great inspiration. Find a quote, video, book, story, or anything you can think of, and start your day inspired!

6. When in doubt, dance it out.

Nuff said.

7. SLEEP

It can refresh your mind and give you the strength to get through the day. And it's awesome!

8. Exercise! 

It's the unofficial curse word, I know.. But even 15 minutes a day can get you feeling good and looking better. So take a walk, ride a bike, or do some crunches!

9. Just take it easy.

Don't let the little things stress you out and take life one day at a time.

You're awesome. So you should live a life that makes other people awesome, too.

- M