We may at times receive subtle rewards from delaying our performances. Among these can be an escape from confronting or questioning our views of ourselves. If necessary, start tasks with only a five minute commitment. Remember also to reward yourself for completing a task. Periodically list all of your accomplishments to show yourself what you have done.
Nothing motivates activity like a feeling of further potential success.
The perfect term paper has yet to be written. Time management workshops can help you learn how to get the most out of your busy schedule. Stress management and relaxation training programs can help you learn how to reduce the physical tension and anxiety that accompany and sometimes obstruct completion of some tasks. Finally, if you have a problem with procrastination, don't put off doing something about it. We wish to thank the Counseling Center staff at Vanderbilt University for giving us permission to adapt this article from their original version.