Guide to PREcrastinating
Most university students are good at procrastinating. Whether it’s to socialize, party, or scroll through cat videos; this time can be better spent studying.
So, what will solve this issue? Try PREcrastinating by following the tips below.
1. Set Deadlines
Working without a specific date in mind can be awful! This is especially true if you are juggling multiple projects for different classes. Plus, due dates are often given months in advance. This can leave you without a sense of structure and cause you to overthink, stress, and procrastinate as a way to avoid the work.
Instead, set yourself small due dates. This can be as simple as getting 50 pages of a book read by the next class. Or to write 2500 words of a 10000-word paper. Regardless, smaller due dates won’t seem as daunting. And, it’ll make it more manageable for you to handle.
2. Work When Alert
No one can get work done when they are tired – especially not students. That’s why it’s important for you to pay attention to your daily routine for when you are the most alert. For example, if you are the most alert in the morning you should schedule studying during this time.
3. Don’t Stress
It can be impossible not to stress about school! But, it’s important to remain level-headed and calm when it comes to getting work done. The moment that you are overwhelmed or feel like you cannot handle a project, the more likely you are to avoid it.
So, if you begin to feel stressed (even about a specific subject or class) it’s important to manage this anxiety. Whether it’s to take breaks when working, to speak with a professor for clarity, meditate, or talk with friends; find what works for you!
4. Follow the 10 Minute Rule
If it can be done in 10 minutes or less - do it! Otherwise, these smaller tasks that eat up less time will slowly grow over the semester. Plus, these short things that remain on a ‘to-do’ list can impact you mentally by making you think you have more to do.
5. Take Short Breaks
While getting work done – remember to be kind to yourself! You should be rewarding yourself with small breaks (be sure to time them so you don’t get lost on the internet). Setting these small goals for yourself will encourage you to get the work done and not feel tired, stressed, or frustrated while doing it.
So, if you’re a pro at procrastinating, you can master the art of PREcrastinating. After all, who wouldn’t want more time for fun!
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