Senioritis is just an excuse for laziness, but it can suck anyone in with its tentacles of relaxation and fun. As an underclassman, I thought that the strange disease, that only affects the older kids, did not exist. Now that I’ve aged into a senior, I am too familiar with the dreaded ailment. I’m ashamed to admit that the reigning power of this terrible curse is so intertwined with my high school career. I seem to have thoughts running through my head to try to rationalize my behavior. “I’m already accepted into the colleges I wanted to attend.” “I’ll do my homework later. Going to work and sleeping are more important right now.” “Wow, I do not need this for my major. Why would I even take it?” Regardless of the excuse, senioritis is pure negligence. I may not practice what I preach, but I’m working on it. Thankfully, when the facts are observed, it’s hard not to change your ways. Would you rather have laziness now or luxury later? Colleges can actually revoke your acceptance once they see questionable grades and the potential of becoming a slacker. Procrastination and leisureliness aren’t qualities desired from your chosen university. Not to mention, taking a year off from school, especially if it is your senior year of high school, will give you a rude awakening when August rolls around. Even though it feels good in the moment to be free from high school duties, it won’t feel good when your only future employer is your local McDonald’s. To secure your future, work hard now. High school is said to be the most memorable time of your life. If you work hard, it probably won’t be. Luckily, the most memorable part of your life will be when you make your first million or save your first life. Just remember folks, you get out of life what you put into it.