How to Stop Procrastinating
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With Uni exams, A-levels and GCSEs just a matter of months away, the wiser ones among us are beginning revision now. Or maybe they’re trying to, but finding that they can’t get on with their revision. Procrastination is something we’ve all suffered and often it’s the only thing standing in the way of achieving top grades. We’ve compiled a list of efficient ways to avoid the awful feeling of procrastination and the stress it brings.
1- Use the pomodoro technique. ‘Pomodoro’ is the Italian word for ‘tomato’ and the technique is inspired by a tomato-shaped timer. Basically, you study for 20 minutes then take a 5 minute break. Knowing that you only have to work for 20 minutes can help you begin your work.
2- Tidy your work space. Studies show that a tidy work space makes it easier to learn. Also, after spending ten minutes organising your stuff, you might feel that if you don’t sit and study it will be a waste of the effort spent cleaning.
3- Make a check list. The satisfaction of watching the number of tasks decrease could be enough to get you on a roll.
4- Reward yourself. Tell yourself, “If I learn this chapter by tomorrow, I’ll buy those shoes I wanted.”
5- Turn off your phone. It’s too much of a distraction to have the group chat within an arm’s reach so put your phone away until you’ve finished your tasks.