There are things we want to do and things we don't. There are common excuses that people use every day. These are the excuses we use to justify our actions and ideas. These excuses are what get us avoiding painful tasks in our every day life.

1. "I can skip the gym today because I went yesterday."

I worked out yesterday so, therefore today is my day off. That hour-long workout yesterday can count for two days, right? I can't work out every day, otherwise, I will be sore.

2. "I worked out today... So I can eat this super unhealthy food."

I went to the gym so I can eat whatever I want. Chewing definitely burns calories so it's all fine, right? Plus, breathing and blinking burn calories so I should be good.

3. "It's not due for a couple days so I can start it tomorrow."

I've got plenty of time. I've heard you work better under pressure anyway. So why not start it later? Due tomorrow, do tomorrow.

4. "I've studied already for multiple hours so it's not studying anymore is going to help me."

How much more can one study? I already studied for what seems like ten hours. If it doesn't click now, it's not magically going to click in an hour. I think I'm good for the night.

5. "It's just too far."

I don't have a car and it would just take too much time out of my day to walk, sorry! Wish I could exert the energy to get there, but I just can't. Maybe next time!

6. "Ugh, my parents won't let me."

This is the best excuse for when you get invited to something you really don't want to attend. The only time it doesn't work is when the person knows your parents well enough to call you out on it.

7. "Well... I put in my best effort."

To be used anytime something doesn't go as planned. Hey, at least I tried. I put in some effort. Also "Grey's Anatomy" was on...I have priorities.

8. When someone asks why you didn't respond to their text message... "I fell asleep," "I was driving," "I didn't hear it," etc.

For when you don't respond to a message or text or miss a phone call. Sorry I was napping. Sorry I was sleeping. Or sorry my phone was on silent. Or maybe, I just don't want to talk to you. Take your pick.