Beating Procrastination: Why We Delay Things and How to Stop
Procrastination is the state of delaying things that must be done. It's like saying, "I'll do it later," when we're very much aware that we should do it now. However, why do we proactively procrastinate seeing that there are thousands of responsibilities on our to-do list? Now, it is probably because we are afraid of failing or we want everything to be perfect or we don't feel like doing it.
The problem is that when we postpone, we are really trying not to face the stress that we feel when we have a task that we should do. Instead of long-term aspirations, we’re compromising for an instant remedy. Nevertheless, there are ways to scrape procrastination off.
First off, it's important to figure out why we're procrastinating. Then, we can break our tasks into smaller, easier steps. This makes them feel less overwhelmed. We can also try setting goals that are realistic and easy to manage.
It also helps to have a plan and stick to it. We can use tricks like setting timers or making to-do lists. And if we have someone to hold us accountable, like a friend or family member, it can make a big difference.
Finally, it's about being kind to ourselves. We all procrastinate sometimes, and that's okay. We just need to keep trying and not give up. With a bit of patience and practice, we can beat procrastination and get things done.
Mar 13, 2020 - Slow down with some memes about the fine art of procrastination.