Procrastinate like a Pro!

 

Time flies they say, and I couldn't really relate to it until recently. 

At this point, I don’t just relate to it but am terrified by thinking about it. Like bro, it's a year since I posted an article and I know it's been more than but it still feels like yesterday! 

A lot of you might not feel the same but for procrastinators like me, we could sense how fast time flies and how it still feels like it was just a while ago. Probably because we procrastinate like a real pro. 

Confused? No worries keep reading!

Well, talking about procrastination, there are people who don't realize they do it. The reason may be unawareness. That is because people don't know if they're procrastinating in real life.  But the truth is everyone is procrastinating on something in life. 

First things first - what actually procrastination is?

Don't you agree?

In simple words, procrastination means putting off work for later. And yes as simple as it sounds we always tell ourselves that - "I'll do it later for sure", or "the deadline is after a week, I'll start tomorrow with a fresh mindset" and whatnot? 

Of course, even I do it. In fact, as mentioned earlier everyone does it and there's no blame game. We're all humans after all. Our minds are wired to do the most comfortable things possible. However, what we fail to understand is that all these are just temporary solutions or you may also call it escapism looking for instant gratification. 

But before everything, let's understand this -  

While researching more about procrastination, I stumbled upon a TED Talk. 

It made me discover that there are basically two types of procrastination - 

1. With a deadline -  Procrastinating until a particular end date. Effects of "with a deadline" procrastination is comparatively contained / less problematic in the short term. This is because, at the end of the day, we somehow manage to get it done. The project, the assignment, the submission, the target completion all of it. Although the quality of the work may differ but even if it’s last minute we make sure to somehow complete it.

2. Without a deadline - This is where the game gets disturbed. The effects of procrastination without a deadline are not so contained. They can cause longer effects which are much less visible, and much less talked about. Like, your wellness, your plans for the next week, productivity, relationships, routines, habits, lifestyle, etc.

Moreover, not being able to handle "the without a deadline" procrastination can result in long-term unhappiness and regrets. Eventually, it also leaves you in a bad place. In this case, you are not only unable to achieve something but you are not even able to start with anything.

The point here is a majority of people generally face or say suffer is the 2nd one - Procrastination without a deadline. 

Now that we have understood what the problem is, let's delve deeper into the solution, shall we?

The solution is external but it is within YOU. It's you who can work on the problem, instead, it's you who will work on the problem. 

It depends on the most simple choices of yours like-

• What do you tell to yourself
• What you let yourself consume
• What do you do to make yourself feel better 
• How do you prioritize the things that are important to you
• How much attention do you pay to the things that you actually care for 
• How do you understand yourself better

Well, the answers to all these questions are not just answers but real-life solutions. 

By answering these you would be in a better place internally, mentally. And as they say, growth inside you can directly influence growth outside.

So take a moment and give it a thought, things then will only get better.

Because things like this demand using of your brain, isn't it?

And it's believed that we only want to use our brain when we are interested to do so or when we like to do certain things 

For example, things would go smoothly if you like doing it already i.e. - watching your favorite show, having that particular food or ordering that one thing you just scrolled online, or catching up with someone you care about, scrolling through social media at least once a day, watching reels, spending hours on youtube, etc.

No matter how tired we are, these things cannot be missed. Not even one day. 

Right? Things become really easy when you have the interest and effort for doing it

So what about the rest of the things? the things that we might not like doing that much 

This is when the questions laid above comes into the picture. It not only allows you to delve deeper into your inner self but also throws light on what you are actually looking for.

Let's remember, even if things seem simple, that doesn't necessarily mean they are easy. At times, things can be simple, but not easy. 

Lastly, if you feel like you have not done enough, or like most of us feel, time flies and you couldn't get done anything, it is completely okay. Trust me everyone in life at least once feels this way. 

So if you feel the same or have ever felt the same, don't worry, we're on the same boat. 

You can start now, in fact, we can. As I have been feeling the same lately. It's never too late to start, they say. And by starting, we also intend to keep going and stay consistent. 

Don't forget - 

This is your sign to start and stay consistent

Fun fact - I was also supposed to post it 2 days back but we are from the procrastination club, right? And by posting this blog I did my job, now it's your turn to get your things done.

Don’t let yourself down. 

Let's continue to keep believing in ourselves and move further with more forgiveness and self-love.

It's the exact half of 2023 and there is an exact half left. Six months to 2024, now is our time for growth, progress, peace, love, and happiness. 

It feels good to be back writing!! Working to stay consistent and post regularly now! Because as I said earlier we are on the same boat.

And I mean it. 

Get your vibe, and go on. You do You.

Cheers,

Kashish K.