How to not be depressed because you aren't Kate Middleton.

If you're reading this, I assume you can relate to the problem of waking up every day and not being the Duchess of Cambridge. Trust me, it happens to the best of us. If every day you find yourself envious of her perfect looks, pristine sense of style, gentleman-like husband, and the fact that she is a world-renowned princess rather than self-proclaimed one (like the rest of us), then you've come to right place. There is a support group of 6 billion other humans who share this problem. If that isn't enough to perk you right up then you're in luck. Here you'll find an established 'how to' type list. Follow these simple keys and you'll be on your way to feeling more like Princess Kate every day.

There is an epidemic the world is currently suffering from that has no name. It's description goes something like, "women can't dress like women because if they do men will think they are weak and incapable of performing men-like tasks such as having careers; if they do this they will lose all they've gained in the area of women's suffrage in the last hundred years". Something like that.

Ruffles. Frills. Pink. Dresses. Heels. Today's women prefer black, boots, jeans, suits, loafers, etc., etc. That topic could be argued a million times over. The point is, Princess Kate is not afraid to dress like a lady. Heels, tights, lace, curls. Everyday her looks scream, "I am a lady". She is modest, yet stylish. Conservative, yet trendy. It's a trick that must be mastered. The key is to remember Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. Beginning Julia and ending Julia. She is transformed from someone who feels the need to 'show it all'- to a woman who stands out in a crowd because she is covered up. Wear skirts long enough to cover your back side. Wear clothes that accentuate your strengths without showing what they are. You can be stunning without being revealing. If you want to be more Kate-like, you must leave a little to the imagination.

Every time you hear about Mrs. Prince William (do they have a last name?), she is serving. Whether it is her country by supporting her husband's military efforts, her family by attending some sort of royal event, or her money by giving away her wedding gifts, she is always serving. She visits hospitals. She spends her time helping foundations raise money. She hugs little girls who idolize her. This step in the formula presents a problem: very few of us have the name and/or status to be able to use our celebrity for the betterment of the people. It's okay. There are simpler and less time consuming ways to still be an influence for good.

Have you ever been in Safeway at the check-out line when someone asks if you'd like to 'donate a dollar for the Save the Children Foundation'? How many people give a simple, 'no'? They claim that one dollar can feed four children in the area of the world the money is going to. The current economy does not allow for much out-of-budget spending, but one dollar is doable. A person can find one dollar in the cushions of their couch or the glove compartment of their car (which really should be called the registration and junk compartment because who seriously puts gloves in there, I mean really).

If the dollar is beyond your means, volunteer at a clinic. Help an old lady across the street (such a cliche, but the point is still relevant). Babysit someone's kids free of charge. Bake cookies for your new neighbor. Whether it is donating the dollar or donating your time, any act of service- no matter how small and seemingly insignificant- will help you be more Kate-like.

Yes. This is similar, yet different, to step two. Recently a story was published about a letter the Princess wrote to a little boy suffering from leukemia. Step two talks about serving, but taking the time to write a personalized letter to a child expressing your concern for his health and recovery goes above and beyond serving. She cares. The Princess genuinely cares about the people she visits. She is not just a Princess doing her duty as the beauty on the arm of the Prince. She gives personal attention to people. If you want to be more like the Duchess of Cambridge, send a text to your mother telling her you love her. Give a genuine response when somebody asks how you are doing. If you think someone looks particularly nice on a particular day, tell them. If someone touches your heart in a special way, thank them. Take the time to tell someone you care. After all, that's what Princess Kate would do.

It has been said that the prettiest accessory a person can wear is a smile. Truer words were never spoken. In order to be happy with who you are and the work you are doing, you must smile about life. You think the Princess doesn't get stressed out? You think she doesn't have those days when she'd rather sleep all day than get all fancied up and attend a royal event? Everyone has those days. Everyone stresses. Everyone has troubles, even someone so lovely as the real-life Princess. Her secret is the smile she wears. If you think back to your Disney education, every animated Princess you studied had the same affect on people. She was happier and she made the people around her happier by smiling. You can have this affect on people as well, without being Kate Middleton. Smile. Smile about life. In the words of the Killers, "smile like you mean it".

...marry Prince Harry.

Clearly, nobody should ever be depressed because they aren't somebody else. If that fact, however, doesn't help you sleep better at night, hopefully following the steps on this 'how-to' list will help you feel more like a real-life princess than ever before. The truth is, the Duchess of Cambridge is simply a lady of class. It's an idea forgotten by many in this day and age. Exemplify class and confidence and people will be confusing you with the Duchess of Cambridge before you have time to say, "Kate".