Sometimes it's all too simple to tell yourself that you have more time to work on assignments than you actually do, to tell yourself that you still have plenty of nights to finish that paper due next week, or that you don't need to study yet for that midterm you have on Monday because I mean, you do have this weekend. It's a tough problem, this issue of procrastination that we let creep up into our minds, but it gets even worse when that issue is coupled with the fact that everything you might have been procrastinating on, or at least putting on the back burner, is all due in the same week. It's a recipe for stress, sleepless nights, and somehow, still getting it all done- and this is how you're going to do just that.

First things first. Take a deep breath. You got this. Try not to stress, stress is the enemy. You might feel like there isn't enough coffee in the world to keep you up long enough to finish your paper, but trust me, you don't need as much coffee as you think to get everything done. When you know you have to finish something, and finish it fast, your mind isn't going to rest until you get it done. However, you can't let your mind get the best of you and end up stressing too much. This is where the breathing part comes in. Calm down and take a few deep breaths before you start to attack your work. If you go into it stressed out, then the final product isn't going to be as good as it could be.

Now that you've calmed down enough to start you work, it's time to actually start it. Put away any and all distraction, and this includes your phone. Find a place to sit that fits your ideal work environment. If you like to work in dead silence, the top floor of the library is the place for you. If you like some noise, a coffee shop might be your best option. Once you've found your spot, take out your work, and attack it head on.

Take breaks when you need to, but don't let them end up being longer than the amount of time you work. If you stay focused and keep your eyes on the prize, that prize being freedom from a week full of papers and exams, then you're going to come out on top. You're gonna conquer midterm season, a stressful week of classes, or whatever it might be that you're struggling with, and next time, try not to wait until the last minute to get your work done.