Avoiding Procrastination and Stress

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Dulce Diaz, Staff Reporter

As the end of the second marking period approaches at MBHS, the pile of projects and tests increases. Whatever the matter is, it’s not the projects or tests that are the problem in this picture. The problem is procrastination.

Procrastination is, “ the avoidance of doing a task that need to be done,” according to the University of Cambridge. Some characteristics that come with procrastination are, “ being remarkably optimistic in [one’s] ability to complete a task in a tight deadline,” as well as, “ expression of reassurance that everything is under control,” as explained by Cal Poly’s Student Academic Services.  

The Ugly Side of Procrastination

If  a project is left  for one day before the due date, the results are not the best. Among other things, it can result in sleepless nights, huge eye bags, and  grouchiness. That will just lead to an awful day in school, because one will not be able to pay attention. Procrastination hides itself as one’s ally, which is why it’s so easy to get caught up in lies. According to MBHS Senior Steven Jacob, “ There are no benefits to procrastinating because it is only making you more stressed.”

How to leave the Procrastination Club

There are several things that one can do as an individual to stop procrastinating and live a better life, according to an article in Forbes quoting procrastination expert Joseph R. Ferrari. Some simple solutions are:

  1. Make a to-do list
  2. Prioritize duties
  3. Tackle the big problems first
  4. Stay on task