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For the New College Student

A lot of my friends are headed off to college, and about to live away from home for the first time, so I thought I'd make a post for them.  If you are a returning student, you may also find this helpful. So here's my advice for college life: Go to bed at a reasonable hour.  You may not have classes as early as you did in high school, and Mom's not making you go to bed at nine, but maintaining your usual bedtime is still a good idea.  It keeps you healthy, and it helps keep balance and consistency. Get up at the same time every day .  This also is healthy and fosters consistency.  You probably will not have your first class at the same time every day, but morning routines are crucial. Don't get involved in other people's drama.   It's none of your business, and it's not worth your time.  Everyone wants to help in some way, but it's not your job to solve your friends' problems.  They are adults, and they can do that themselves.  You have your o