Whether that means that you leave your study group a half hour earlier than usual or you have a light work day at your freelancing gig, do whatever you need to do to keep from feeling overwhelmed. (Overwhelm is part of the reason everyone hates Mondays.)

4. Check in with Friends

True, it’s rare to have plans on a Monday night, but that doesn’t mean that the day should be entirely focused on what you need to do. Check in with your friends (or family)!

While I prefer grabbing coffee with my friends between events on our busy days, Facetiming or calling is good too. Just a bit of social interaction and positivity can make the day that much better.

5. Take an Intentional Moment for Yourself

After a busy day, it’s important to take a moment (or ten) to sit back and relax. However, before you reach for Netflix, try something a little more intentional. Is there a book you’ve been wanting to read? A DIY project you’ve been dying to finish?

Take a moment and find something that will make this moment that much more meaningful and relaxing. Think of it as a no-stress way to treat yourself.

No matter how you take on this Monday, I hope it’s a happy one!

What do you think?

How busy are your Mondays? How do you survive them? What’s your biggest college struggles — and how can we help? Let us know in the comments!