The last semester.......that means you've come through a few other semesters to get to this point--you've got what it takes. When I tell myself over and over again that something is going to be really hard. It is. When I let go of the fear and just do it, it's easier than I imagined. Just think of how much energy is expended in the thought process of "this is going to be soooo hard"!
Keep telling yourself.....it's a piece of cake.
gentle hugs
ke
PS - although I agree in theory with the academic adviser.....perhaps now isn't the time for romance! lol