I would like to introduce you to someone special. However, I have a feeling you may have met him before. His name is Procrastinator. The procrastinator is misunderstood, mistreated and punished at times. The procrastinator is always considered the bad guy because he is a “bad influence”. On the other hand, Procrastinator has much more to offer than dark circles and sleep deprivation. It teaches you a lesson about time management, responsibility and taking your own actions. There are no exceptions for anyone when it comes to procrastination. Even the greatest minds in the world have been interrupted in the middle of their work by a sudden urge to clean their rooms, pay taxes or call some relative. In modern society, some figures have become a symbol of laziness and procrastination. For example, Homer Simpson from the show “The Simpsons,” known for his portly figure and love of beer, is a prime example of what our view of procrastination has become. So why exactly do we procrastinate? Many simply assume it comes from pure laziness. However, some believe that each individual has a specific reason for procrastination (Cal Poly). So, who procrastinates? How do we procrastinate? And how do different people see it? Procrastination is a natural process that we all have to deal with. Most people's lives revolve around the definition of procrastination. For this reason it is essential to understand what exactly it is and how to deal with it. According to Dictionary.reference.com, procrastination is defined as “postponing action; delay; put off until another day or time (Dictionary).” Even though he pinpoints the exact definition of procrastination, it seems like a very vague definition without p...... middle of paper... a report card. I had forgotten how good it felt to complete a big project and know I did my best. I had forgotten what it was like to be proud of my work and receive a good grade. I was so trapped in my own world that I thought I could get away with anything. In the end, I think I really learned my lesson. Through procrastination, failure, and consequences, one learns to make prudent decisions that will bring him or her closer to success. While it may be a momentary pleasure, it will eventually backfire and teach you a great lesson in the process. How you take that lesson and use it is up to you. Whether you decide to ignore it and continue your corrupt lifestyle, or to get back up and really try hard, is your choice. But by improving yourself, you grow and mature intellectually and ultimately become a better, more productive version of yourself..