I have to say, procrastination has become a prominent part of my everyday routine.

Paper due tomorrow? Let's check Facebook.

Need to clean my room? One episode on Netflix wouldn't hurt, right?

One thing I have come to realize is that there is a keen difference in always procrastinating, and simply taking a break from the monotony that is homework and being productive.

Although I do believe that it is healthy to take breaks, I think that I may have exceeded the normal limit when it comes to interferences in my productivity.

Yes, I am an avid procrastinator.

When it comes to getting things done, I am always right on time. However, it is constantly a close call.

I believe that the best time to grind and be productive is when you are meeting a deadline with a limited amount of time, so procrastination is a must, right?

Don't get me wrong, procrastination can be bad, too.

Nevertheless, there is a distinct difference between procrastination and simply being lazy. I, myself, believe that I am procrastinating a majority of the time, and that laziness is less of a factor.

So, don't be upset when you realize it is the night before an exam, and the procrastination has gotten the best of you, I confess, it has happened to me.

I am here to tell you: it is okay to procrastinate, it's part of being a human.

I have grown accustomed to the "art of excuses". (This is how I justify being distracted 24/7).

Let's say I have a paper due later in the week, but The Bachelor is on tonight. Or, maybe I have to study for finals which are coming up soon, but I could really use a nap right now.

The solution? It's time to procrastinate.

In any case, mastering the art of excuses can mark the first signs of developing procrastination.

Next comes distractions.

I really need to finish this assignment, but everyone else is hanging out, and I would love to be there.

Plus, it's easy to start the homework, but when you have new texts, tweets, and notifications, it is often hard to stay focused.

Lastly, you learn acceptance.

This is where I have come to learn that even if you are an avid procrastinator, embrace it! Although the stress hits the night before the big exam, or the day you realize your room is a mess, at least you are enjoying life one distraction at a time.