February 9, 2023
The Eternal Struggle Against Procrastination
Ah yes, the familiar foe. For some, it doesn’t matter where you go or how your future changes; procrastination is always lurking and ready to be the easy way out. We understand, and here at the Driftwood, we’ll offer our advice in hopes of giving you one more weapon for your inventory.Procrastination is a mind game and habit. To beat it, you must train yourself to outmaneuver it. How? Just start with one thing. Mel Robbins, author of How to Stop Screwing Yourself Over, suggests the following steps:
- Acknowledge the stress.
- Count down: 5-4-3-2-1. You’re trying to interrupt the procrastination habit.
- Do one thing. Start your project for just five minutes. Robbin’s research concluded that 80% of people who start their tasks keep going!*
Robbins’ research concluded that 80% of people who start their tasks keep going!* You know you can work hard. You know when to put your foot down and crank out those papers and notes for the mid-term. Your ability to complete tasks isn’t in question; it’s the habit of avoidance. So, fellow students, start your one thing and get that ball rolling! Break the habit.*For more tips and advice, check out Mel Robbins’ TED Talks.