Do you ever think that life would be so much better if you knew the right people? Do you ever find yourself saying "NOOO WHY ME"? Well, you have come to the right place. Even if some of these 13 Real Friends With Benefits are too far out of your reach, there is no harm in imagining how good life would be with them. Some of these friends are a distant dream, others you may already know and have never had the guts to ask them for the things that they don't mind helping you out with. Maybe today is the day you have the guts to do so...

1) The 'Netflix's' Friend

Instead of wasting your own hard earned cash on something like Netflix, I'm sure a friend of yours will have no problem helping out. This friend may live at home with her family and they pay for their account. And, since you are good friends with their parents also, I'm sure they would have no problem lending you their login and password.

ADVICE: Don't leave your house until you've watched all 5 seasons of Modern Family.

2) The 'Gym Instructor' Friend

Yes, you get the gym for free in college. But some of us are not really sure what were doing. We need someone to help us out. In comes your friend who is a gym instructor. I'm sure they won't mind spending 30 mins of their time to show you the ropes. Now you are a gym pro and able to do weights anytime, anywhere.

ADVICE: You now are the King of the World and you best better believe it.

3) The 'Clean Freak' Flatmate

Now, this is no reason to be a slob. But if you surround yourself with very clean people you will tend to follow suit. And, if they are your friend you will be willing to change a little to help out. Have your room in any state you want but don't let the bathroom or kitchen be full of your mess.

ADVICE: Don't be rude about it...everyone wants a clean house.

4) The 'Dominos Speed Dial' Friend

You need friends who are there for you no matter what. And, no one is more there for you than the friend who has Dominos on speed dial. No need to get up from your alcohol induced coma to find your house phone, mobile or laptop. Your friend who is always there for you will know what to do. They dial and order. You now can achieve greatness and eat until you explode. You have conquered what you wanted to do today. Congratulations!

ADVICE: You can dance now, your pizza has arrived.

5) The 'Smart' Friend

If you are struggling with a subject, there is no better way to find out things than from a friend who excels in it. Never copy their work, as plagiarism is a b**** and you can get kicked out of college for it. But a little push in the right direction won't hurt. Im sure your 'Smart' friend will need your help in another subject along the way. So, it's all good.

ADVICE: Don't be rude to the friend who is helping you, you need them at this moment in time.

6) The 'Mother' Friend

This is not your friend who acts like a mother. This is your mother. This goes especially for the people who live away from home. No matter how much your family annoy you make sure you visit them. If you are a good student, there is no better way your mother can repay you than with Tesco Vouchers. Did you know that now you can trade in Tesco €5 vouchers for a €10 Milanos voucher or 2 Cinema tickets and so on? You need these in your life.

ADVICE: Don't just bring them your laundry when you go to visit. Be nice and respectful. It will pay off in the long run.

7) The 'Club Promoter' Friend

Okay, one of your friends has become a nightclub promoter part-time. You have two options: 1) Be rude to them and say comments like "Your blocking my news feeds" or "If you keep sending me club invites I'll have to delete you". OR 2) Be a good friend. Take the second option because when you are freezing your a** off in a mile long queue outside Village you will regret it.

ADVICE: Get off your high horse and be a good friend. Respect your friends job just like anyone else's.

8) The 'Lecture Is Cancelled' Friend

There is always at least one friend that always know what's going on in college. They will be the first to know when a lecture is cancelled and will let you know straight away. There is nothing worse than going all the way into college on a rainy day to find out you have gotten out of bed for no reason at all. Make sure you enjoy your day in bed. You deserve it!

ADVICE: You may cry with happiness.

9) The 'Library & Lunch' Friend

You will be close to many people in college but having that 'Library & Lunch' friend is the best thing you could have. Your bond with this person exceeds any other. You not only sit beside them in the library but you sit with them for lunch too. This means in exam time you could spend 12 hours a day with this person. That's true friendship right there.

ADVICE: Don't be rude to anyone else who wants to be a fellow 'Library & Lunch' friend. The more the merrier.

10) The 'Committee' Friend

A friend who is on some sort of committee in college is always beneficial. May it be UCD or Trinity Ball, Law society or Chess, there will always be something to gain from it.

ADVICE: Don't befriend someone just because of it but, similar to the  'Club Promoter' friend, don't slag them off.

11) The 'Organised' Friend

When it comes to planning trips the 'Organized' friend may be slightly irritating. But, don't forget, they are organizing everything so appreciate it. They found the hotels, linked you the flights and made sure you all booked your visas before that deadline date.

ADVICE: Try and listen to what is going on. Being shocked or annoyed by something, when you have been asked constantly if you approve, will look very bad.

12) The 'Laid-Back' Friend

There is always that friend in college who really doesn't give a s***. They don't care if they have pre-drinks, if you chill in their house or if they have a party. There so laid-back it is glorious!

ADVICE: Don't presume this friend is stupid. They will not like that.

13) The 'Spar' Friend

This refers to the friend that works in a convenience store or a deli. At the end of a day on the job those left over deli snacks will be going straight in the bin. So, encourage this friend to take the food and bring it to you. This friend may be sick of the sight of the food and is willing to give it all to you.

ADVICE: Don't get too dependent on the food, another staff member could take it ahead of them. Just don't get too desperate.

If YOU’D like to be part of the CT team and write for the biggest student website in the country, then email us! info@collegetimes.com