7 Strategies for Overcoming College Procrastination

“Procrastination makes simple things difficult and difficult things much more difficult.” Mason Cooley is a writer who lives in the United States.

“Procrastination is the thief of time,” as the saying goes. Edward Young is the author of this piece.

True to its word, college life is hectic; there will be several assignments that must be completed on time, as well as a large number of things to learn.

 

 

 Deadlines and subsequent tests are a constant source of stress, and it is often impossible to keep up with everything. However, since we are human, we have a tendency to put off performing these activities until a later date. 

 

 

It may be because we believe there is still time to do it the following day, or we become sidetracked by other things, or it could be because we are just too lazy to do it. As a result, we procrastinate, binge-watch movies or television programs, eat, and sleep until we forget about the deadlines for our school assignments.

 

 

 

Then comes the most difficult part: attempting to do all of your job in one night. You make an effort to study all of your lessons in the hope that you will retain everything. The following day, you wake up irritable and agitated since you didn’t get enough sleep the night before and you still have to finish up all of your unfinished work before the deadline arrives. We do our best to complete our projects, although most of the time it is not one of our greatest efforts.

 

 

 

So what is it about procrastination that makes us tick? To a large extent, we put off or postpone tasks because of low self-confidence, a lack of desire, feeling overwhelmed by the work at hand, worry and anxiety about performing badly, of seeming foolish, of not having control over our results, or possibly having our sense of self questioned. The fact is that procrastinating never benefits us and simply adds to our stress levels in our daily lives.

As a result, here are some helpful strategies for overcoming procrastination throughout your college years:

 

 

 

1. Identify the reasons for your procrastination and write them down.

Ask yourself, “Why do you procrastinate?” and see what comes out. Is your workload becoming too much for you? After you’ve asked yourself that question, consider the consequences of failing to complete your assignment on time or failing to pass your tests because you were too lazy to study in the first place.

2. Make a to-do list of things to do.

When you have a to-do list, it might assist you in organizing the tasks that need to be completed. You may also prioritize which projects or assignments need to be completed first in this manner (according to deadlines and the amount of time you need to spend on that thing). In addition, it may assist you in keeping track of the work you have previously completed as well as the tasks you have not yet completed.

3. Schedule regular time for education or study.

You should attempt to examine your class schedule and create a fair regular study period where you may study for your classes and complete your school assignments, in addition to creating a to-do list to keep track of your projects or school assignments in general. You will be held responsible for sitting down and doing your task in this manner.

 

 

 

 

4. Keep distractions to a minimum.

Try to keep yourself away from items that might cause you to get distracted while you are working on your project or learning. Remove your phone from your immediate vicinity and find a calm spot where you may concentrate on your task and complete it. 

 

 

 

You will be able to do your work more quickly, and you will retain more information from your classes. Whenever you are searching the internet for crucial information, be sure that you are not checking your social networking sites. Although it will be tempting, make every effort to avoid it. You will be able to remain concentrated on what you are doing as a result.

 

 

5. Create a calm and peaceful atmosphere.

While you’re working, you should listen to soothing music. Despite the fact that it is not the same for everyone, some people listen to music to help them remain focused and comfortable while studying or performing their jobs. It is beneficial to listen to calming music genres, such as acoustic and jazz, to help you clear your mind and remove extraneous disturbances from your environment. When reading or studying your lessons, the environment in which you are studying should not be excessively bright or too dark, since this might cause eye strain.

 

 

 

6. Have a study buddy to help you out.

Having a study buddy may be both beneficial and detrimental at the same time. You should find a study companion that will motivate you to study and complete your assignments while also remaining focused on what he or she is working on. As a result, he or she will be aware that the two of you have a same aim to achieve. Finding a study buddy who is a little talkative can result in a lengthy discussion that will leave you with incomplete work on your hands.

 

 

 

7. When assistance is required, ask for it.

There will be projects and school assignments that will be very difficult for you to undertake or complete on your own. If you need assistance, seek it from a friend or from anybody else you believe will be able to assist you. Never be afraid to ask for help; after all, we’re only human and can’t possibly accomplish everything all of the time.

 

 

 

8. Be fair in your expectations.

Putting too much pressure on yourself might result in you spending an excessive amount of time on your task. Remember that you will have a large number of tasks to do during your college career, and completing each assignment perfectly will be impossible. Always keep in mind that the most essential thing is to complete your work on time, and that this is not something that can be achieved by complacency.

 

 

 

 

9. Give yourself a reward.

All work and no play may be exhausting, and it can make it difficult to stay focused on your job and studies throughout the semester. Remember to give yourself a reward when you have completed your responsibilities. Things you can do include spending time with your friends and taking some time to relax and reflect on your life. When you are pleased, invigorated, and driven, you are less likely to postpone!

 

 

 

 

“There will come a moment when there is no more time,” as our Lead Pastor used to say at our church. “There will come a time when there is no more time.” And it’s true that we should learn to manage the time we have available to complete the tasks that must be completed since additional postponing may bring not only physical but also mental tension. The key to enjoying your college years is to maintain a healthy work-life balance. By doing so, you will be able to enjoy your life after college.