It's midterm season and the only word to describe my mental state is "panicked." I've studied throughout the entire semester, but there's nothing quite like late nights at the library where I attempt to memorize every topic covered in every class I'm taking for one excruciating week filled with tests and papers. Here are the nine stages of "midterm week."

1. Denial. I can never believe how fast midterms come, especially when most of my classes have two or three. I am in complete denial when I open my planner and see everything I have to do.

2. Distraction. My usual distractions include calling my family or FaceTiming my friends, online shopping, checking blogs, and organizing my email inbox. I also tell myself that I have "plenty of time" to get everything done.

3. Excuses. I start thinking about things in the world which are more important than a one-hour test.

4. Procrastination. I listen to music that will "help me concentrate," but I usually end up singing along to Justin Bieber or watching his Car Karaoke on YouTube.

5. Panic. I get very nervous because I have so much studying to do before the big test.

6. Motivation. I get myself together and give myself a pep-talk before I begin working. Then, I study into the wee hours of the night.

7. Celebration. Because midterm week is over!

8. Questioning. After a while, I begin rethinking every answer and response I put down, and imagine the worst possible score I could receive.

9. Rejoicing. Because the grade is usually better than I imagined it to be.

Best of luck during midterm season.