Ways to Fight Procrastination

Everyone has felt an instance of procrastination at least once in their lifetime. May it be from putting off a task at some point in their life due to there being another time to do it. Or just not doing the task out of fear of it not being done perfectly. These are all examples of procrastination. Which many procrastinators may be doing instinctively to avoid distress, but this approach can ironically cause more distress in the long run. From leading to increased stress, health problems, and poorer performance. As well as increased sleep issues and experience greater stressful regret than non-procrastinators. Which is why you should try any of these tips to get you back on track and out of procrastinations grasps.

WAYS TO FIGHT PROCRASTINATION

Make a to-do list: To help keep you on track, consider placing a due date next to each item.
Take baby steps: Break down the items on your list into small, manageable steps so that your tasks don’t seem so overwhelming.
Recognize the warning signs: Pay attention to any thoughts of procrastination and do your best to resist the urge. If you begin to think about procrastinating, force yourself to spend a few minutes working on your task.
Eliminate distraction: Ask yourself what pulls your attention away the most, whether it's Instagram, Facebook updates, or the local news and turn off those sources of distraction.
Pat yourself on the back: When you finish an item on your to-do list on time, congratulate yourself and reward yourself by indulging in something you find fun.

Resources:

11 Ways to Overcome Procrastination | Psychology Today

Procrastination: Why It Happens and How to Overcome It

Procrastination: Causes, Types, and How to Overcome It

By: Zachariah Solomon (Career Peer)

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