We’ve all been there — the dreaded 11:59 deadline. You know that it’s your own fault for forgetting the paper is due, however, there’s still time! There are many moods that one can feel during the essay writing process and despite hearing that writing papers “get better” as your time as an undergrad goes on, does it really?
1. Optimism
There is a time, typically a solid day or two prior to the deadline itself, when you may actually feel optimistic about the paper. But then, reality hits you like a ten-tonne truck.
2. Anger
Nothing fuels rage like not being able to find the perfect source. You start feeling angry at yourself for picking such a stupid topic and start debating whether or not fully changing the topic of your paper could be possible.
3. Pain
Do I need to say more? Bursting into tears at least once during the essay writing process is totally normal. You might even scream spontaneously, but try to keep it together.
4. Denial
Telling yourself that you are going to get the paper in on time when really, you damn well know that it won’t happen.
5. Bargaining
You turn to your friends and ask whether or not they would like to write the paper for you or hit you with their car. Both of those suggestions will be in vain and you will be back to the drawing board.
6. Acceptance
You realize that this paper has to be written and that it won’t be as bad as you think. You’ve got this!
Good luck writing!