An Open Letter To Procrastination
Start writing a post
Entertainment

An Open Letter To Procrastination

A tête-à-tête with the thing that hits college students the most.

201
An Open Letter To Procrastination

Dear Procrastination,

Truly, I doubt I will ever understand how devilishly handsome you are. It's almost as if you wear a delicious cologne that consists of pure euphoria with a hint of utopia. You make it seem as if the world is truly at my fingertips, yet you always make it so that all of my goals and dreams are just beyond my reach.

How is it that now, in the most crucial part of first semester, you are hitting me the hardest? There are many far more attractive, intelligent, verbose, and creative people out there that need a heavy dose of you; if not to help lessen the agony you are causing me, then to even out the playing field. Seriously, go away. You're making it that much harder for my dream of straight As to appear.

I do not think you understand, Procrastination, I seriously need to do well this semester. With the stress of internships, job applications, and parental pressure, I need to succeed. No, have to. So as much as I do enjoy your little flirtation now and then, what with the wonderful afternoons filled with Netflix and Chill, iFunny, and the beautiful thing that is the Buzzfeed app, I must focus.

Yes, yes, I know that those memes with Grumpy Cat are hilarious but right now I need to write my Odyssey article. No, seriously, stop, I cannot stalk people from high school on Instagram right now! I know she dyed her hair hot pink, but I simply cannot allow myself to be fixated on such a random decision right now.

"It will be okay, I will just wake up super early tomorrow and finish everything," said everyone, but never actually happens. Maybe I should just skip class one day, that way I will be able to get caught up on everything, but then I just know you will turn up again, Procrastination. You just love to devour all of my motivation and excitement, don't you? Is that for you, what chocolate is to me? Does my motivation taste like milk or white chocolate? I hope you're allergic.

Go away. Seriously, you can be so much fun, but I believe it is about time for you to pack your bags and go. No, you can't cling to my shoulders like Yoda, you will never be as cool as him. The force is not strong with you! Or, actually you seem more like a parasite than Yoda. This is not like one of those symbiotic relationships we learned about in the eighth grade. I will not let you suck away my creative juices!

To conclude, Procrastination, you are not welcome to reside in my brain and turn me into some mindless entertainment-guzzling, chocolate-hoarding, ditzy machine.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

98324
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments