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Patti See is a Senior Student Services Coordinator and teaches developmental education and women's studies courses at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. To learn more about Patti, visit her About the Author page.

1. Don't be afraid to tell people what you think. Be straight forward with your professors, classmates, friends, and family. Relationships can be confusing enough, especially without people saying what they really mean.

2. Listen more than you talk. Everyone loves a good listener, and you’ll do better academically, personally, and professionally.

3. Say hello to one new person every day—and really mean it. Most people will respond positively to a friendly smile and a hello.

4. Do at least 30 to 60 minutes of physical activity a day. It will reduce stress and keep you fit.

5. Watch what you put into your body. Junk in means you'll feel like junk.

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