Going from group study nights and microwave ramen in college to the chaos of a 9 to 5 is no laughing matter. Just like any transition, there are a LOT of growing pains. Maybe so many that you just want to throw in the towel. But stick with us, bud.

Your first “big girl job” can bring equal amounts of excitement and dread. There’s no shame in being a bit overwhelmed, or even feeling jealous of other post-grad people who look like they’re crushing it. But don’t be fooled—it’s hard out here.