Your first semester of college is a lot, and I mean a lot. You’re learning how to be on your own, juggling classes, friendships, and freedom, all while pretending you have it together. Spoiler alert: no one really does. In this post, I’m sharing what my first semester actually felt like. The wins, the mistakes, and the lessons I wish someone had told me sooner. Think of this as big-sister advice from someone who’s been there and wants you to do it with a little more ease.