We’re knee deep in the term which means it’s about time that some of us have papers due! Here are the 5 stages everyone goes through when writing a paper.
1. Trying to pick a topic
Panic! I have no idea what I’m going to write about. What if I pick a bad topic? What if I have nothing to write about? The struggle in this stage is REAL.
2. Plan
Ok I’ve got a topic. Now I gotta figure out what I’m actually going to write about. What if I just pick a different topic? Oh wait, that’d be going back to stage one. Can’t do that. Must write.
3. Write
It sounds like a bunch of word vomit, but I can fix it later and make it sound better right? I’ve still got time.
4. Roadblock/Writer’s block
Now I really have nothing to write about. I’m bored of my topic, I keep saying the same things. If I don’t find this interesting, no one will.
5. It’s done
I did it. It’s submitted. The stress is gone (phew!). Hopefully my TA/prof marks nicely.
Good luck on your papers everyone! Don’t forget to proofread!