Lily Evans' Guide to Surviving Hogwarts

Rule 10: When lying about a secret relationship to others, try not to rant, stutter, make preposterous claims or get caught making out/kissing/holding hand – it usually gives the secret away and makes you look like an idiot

Rule 9: Do not – I repeat DO NOT – fall asleep in the common room, especially if you sleep talk. Chances are you will be pranked, be questioned in your sleep causing to to reveal your greatest secrets, or you'll end up doing that all on your own.

Rule 8: Do not join a sports team you do not want to join or do not like, be it for a guy, a dare, or anything. Chances are you'll regret is big time, especially if it's painful. This is more problematic if the team captain fancies you and will let you on the team even if you have to athletic ability of a slug.

Rule 7: Jumping in the lake in November? Yeah not a good idea. Save the swimming for before November since you're very likely to get a) sick, b) hypothermia, c) injured, or d) all three.

Rule 6: Never EVER partner with Sirius Black for a project worth your entire grade. It may seem fun, but it will result in many catastrophes, arguments, tears, and injuries. Plus is could potentially get him into fights with his mates, and you really don't want to be responsible for that.

Rule 5: While proclaiming your love for a boy make sure another one that fancies you and that is a good mate of your is not around the corner listening. It results in many rows and heartbreaking for both of you.

Rule 4: Yeah see that kid sitting behind you? It may appear that he's staring at you, but he's really staring at your best mate who's sits right in front of you. Get the facts straight before you make a fool of yourself.

Rule 3: Don t pass notes in class. Just...don't do it. Cant you just wait a little bit longer until your class is over to talk to your friends. Biggest issues with passing notes? Getting caught and having your note read aloud, or someone finding your note and publishing it for the whole school to read. Or both.

Rule 2: Try not to get overly stressed about anything. It doesn't matter what it is that causes your stress, but it will usually result in the same thing: insanity.

Rule 1: Never judge people before you really get to know them, and never reject the idea of them being your friend or more. You'll probably regret it later and you may miss out on a great new relationship.