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How can I stop procrastination?
I haven't been doing my dual enrollment work. I have no motivation to do it at all. But in other classes, I can do the work just fine.
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Steward "Tony" Pacheco
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Motivation is not what you need at this point as one can motivate an idiot but all they would have, is a motivated idiot. That woun't be pretty at all.
What I can suggest is changing the mental pictures you may have created in your brain pan concerning the subject. Those negative images may be looping repeatedly, as it relates to this subject, leading you to only recognize the negative feelings you now have on the subject.
It's like meeting someone new, that a friend warned you was bad, you inadvertently avoid that person, then when you finally connect, you realize, that the person was not as bad as anticipated. You know, not only not avoid said person but may look forward to them.
You see, your brain can only cook pictures, and those pictures feed your knowledge. Words, well they are like flies, so swat the plies and create images that are positive and actually delicious. No one procrastinates over a great meal! Food for thought!
In a quiet study setting, relax for a few minute and visualize the benfits of this suject matter
Breath slowly while envisioning positive action
Visualize you already taking action and resulting in a successful conclusion
Practice this for other subjects or topics, methedologies and practices
What I can suggest is changing the mental pictures you may have created in your brain pan concerning the subject. Those negative images may be looping repeatedly, as it relates to this subject, leading you to only recognize the negative feelings you now have on the subject.
It's like meeting someone new, that a friend warned you was bad, you inadvertently avoid that person, then when you finally connect, you realize, that the person was not as bad as anticipated. You know, not only not avoid said person but may look forward to them.
You see, your brain can only cook pictures, and those pictures feed your knowledge. Words, well they are like flies, so swat the plies and create images that are positive and actually delicious. No one procrastinates over a great meal! Food for thought!
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Steward "Tony" Pacheco
Minister, USMC Vet, John C. Maxwell Cert. Coach, Trainer, Speaker, Teacher, Straight Shooter
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Steward "Tony"’s Answer
Motivation is not what you need at this point as one can motivate an idiot but all they would have, is a motivated idiot. That woun't be pretty at all.
What I can suggest is changing the mental pictures you may have created in your brain pan concerning the subject. Those negative images may be looping repeatedly, as it relates to this subject, leading you to only recognize the negative feelings you now have on said subject.
It's like meeting someone new, that a friend warned you was bad, you inadvertently avoid that person, then when you finally connect, you realize, that the person was not as bad as anticipated. You know, not only not avoid said person, but you may actually look forward to exchanging ideas with them.
You see, your brain can only interpret pictures, images and movies. Those images feed your knowledge base. Words, well they are like flies, so swat the flies and create images that are positive and delicious, because no one procrastinates a great meal! Something to consider!
In a quiet study setting, relax for a few minute and visualize the benfits of this suject matter
Breath slowly while envisioning positive action
Visualize you already taking action and resulting in a successful conclusion
Practice this for other subjects or topics, methedologies and practices
What I can suggest is changing the mental pictures you may have created in your brain pan concerning the subject. Those negative images may be looping repeatedly, as it relates to this subject, leading you to only recognize the negative feelings you now have on said subject.
It's like meeting someone new, that a friend warned you was bad, you inadvertently avoid that person, then when you finally connect, you realize, that the person was not as bad as anticipated. You know, not only not avoid said person, but you may actually look forward to exchanging ideas with them.
You see, your brain can only interpret pictures, images and movies. Those images feed your knowledge base. Words, well they are like flies, so swat the flies and create images that are positive and delicious, because no one procrastinates a great meal! Something to consider!
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Daniele’s Answer
Hi Laurinda,
Procrastination is something many people struggle with, but it’s something you can definitely work on.
1. Break tasks into smaller steps: Sometimes, big tasks can feel overwhelming, breaking them down into smaller, more manageable steps can make them feel more achievable and less daunting.
2. Set specific goals and deadlines: Giving yourself clear goals and deadlines can help you stay on track. Try setting short-term goals (like completing a specific part of a project today) to keep your momentum going.
3. Create a routine: Having a structured routine can help make work feel like a habit instead of something you need to "find the motivation" for each time. Consistency can help reduce procrastination over time.
4. Eliminate distractions: Identify what pulls your attention away (like your phone or social media) and try to limit those distractions while you're working. You might find it helpful to set specific times for breaks to check your phone or relax.
5. Use positive self-talk: Often, procrastination can be linked to fear of failure or perfectionism. Instead of focusing on what might go wrong, try to focus on how you'll feel once the task is completed. Be kind to yourself when you slip up, and remember that everyone faces this challenge at times.
Procrastination is something many people struggle with, but it’s something you can definitely work on.
1. Break tasks into smaller steps: Sometimes, big tasks can feel overwhelming, breaking them down into smaller, more manageable steps can make them feel more achievable and less daunting.
2. Set specific goals and deadlines: Giving yourself clear goals and deadlines can help you stay on track. Try setting short-term goals (like completing a specific part of a project today) to keep your momentum going.
3. Create a routine: Having a structured routine can help make work feel like a habit instead of something you need to "find the motivation" for each time. Consistency can help reduce procrastination over time.
4. Eliminate distractions: Identify what pulls your attention away (like your phone or social media) and try to limit those distractions while you're working. You might find it helpful to set specific times for breaks to check your phone or relax.
5. Use positive self-talk: Often, procrastination can be linked to fear of failure or perfectionism. Instead of focusing on what might go wrong, try to focus on how you'll feel once the task is completed. Be kind to yourself when you slip up, and remember that everyone faces this challenge at times.
Miss Wilma Moynihan M.S.
Full-time substitute teacher K-12, and currently unemployed retail cashier since Covid.
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You may be burned out at this time of the year. Many high school students suffer from a phenomena called "Senioritis."
If you are feeling burned out take a walk and clear your mind. Then finish your work.
About every hour take a 5 min break.
See a school counselor if this feeling you think could possibly be related to feeling stressed out and or depressed.
They also have crisis lines to talk with a caring counselor.
Sometimes you may need some help in sorting out your feelings and priorities get displaced if there is an underlying reason.
Journaling about your feelings and academic goals is also a good idea.
Good luck finishing off this part of the year in completing your dual school classes as well as any other classes needed for graduation credit.
If you are feeling burned out take a walk and clear your mind. Then finish your work.
About every hour take a 5 min break.
See a school counselor if this feeling you think could possibly be related to feeling stressed out and or depressed.
They also have crisis lines to talk with a caring counselor.
Sometimes you may need some help in sorting out your feelings and priorities get displaced if there is an underlying reason.
Journaling about your feelings and academic goals is also a good idea.
Good luck finishing off this part of the year in completing your dual school classes as well as any other classes needed for graduation credit.