Procrastination is something that I am constantly struggling with. Facebook always seems to find a way on my computer screen or I somehow sit down in front of the TV or I end up in a meaningless conversation with someone, when I know that I need to be doing homework instead. Procrastination will lead to many problems that could have easily been resolved. It can lead to poor academic performance because a student is not giving 100% to the task. It might also lead to lack of sleep, increasing stress, or even a larger stack of homework to do the next day. No matter what, procrastination will never help make a situation better.
I have tried a lot of different things and different study techniques to help overcome the always constant temptation to procrastinate. One thing that I do which has really helped me is to make a list in the beginning of the week with all the different homework assignments and tests that I need to take care of over the next week. Then I divide the list up and try my best to accomplish all the designated tasks for each and every day. I also think that it's very helpful to be good communicators with professors and to always ask questions about specific due dates. Turning off the computer and even going to the library are ways that I make sure I am not going to be distracted. The most important thing to avoid procrastinating is to PLAN AHEAD and not get behind in any subject. Hopefully these tips will help us all overcome our sinful desires to be lazy and procrastinate.
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