Is it ever possible for one to overcome procrastination ?
Yes! It is very possible to overcome procrastination. I used to procrastinate back then as a student not until I learnt a great lesson in a bad way from the habit of procrastination.
During my O level days in school, I wasn't the serious and studios type. Anytime I was given Assignment or notes, I would always do them till the further days because I was so addicted to the habit of procrastination. My habit of procrastination is usually and mostly effective and implemented whenever I am doing something which is unproductive like watching movies, playing games and other non profitable acts. I will always postpone what I can do today till the next day even though I am capable of doing it now.
My habit of procrastination led me to fail most of my exams including the important subjects like Maths and English during my O level days. This really affected my chances of gaining admission into the higher Institution to further my Education. I had to retake my O level examination because I just want to further my education in the University. I felt embarrassed while writing that exam with my junior ones but I never blamed myself but I regretted procrastinating. I never read when it was time to read, I never did my assignment until the time of submission, I never prepared for my exams until the examination period. This really affected my academic performance that year and I had to eradicate the habit of procrastination so that I could pass my new registered exam since it was my last chance. I ended up having good grades after eradicating my habit of procrastination.
Overcoming procrastination may not be that easy if you aren't determined to overcome it. You have to set your self up and be ready to fight against it. Believe me I had overcome procrastination and I will keep overcoming it if it tries to stop me from doing what I want to do. I will suggest the below tips as it really helped me overcome my habit of procrastination.
1) JUST DO IT: I am sure you would have seen this word in a designer logo known as "Nike". One of my friend gave me this advice when I told him about my habit of procrastination and all he told me was "Just Do It". This implies that you don't have to think about what you want to do. All you have to do is to just do it. The fact is that if you keep thinking about it, you may not end up doing it. The only way to do what you want to do is to just do it now.
2) REMIND YOURSELF OF IT'S CONSEQUENCES: I shared my experience with you about how my habit of procrastination made me fail which affected my admission process during that year. I am sure you might also have encountered some unfavorable results due to your habit of procrastination. Always remind yourself about the bad result that occurred when you procrastinated so that you won't make the same mistake.
3) DON'T PROCRASTINATE FOR 4 WEEKS: Are you surprised about this tip? 😀.. Yeah! That's the fact!. Researchers and scientists had proven that a habit which is done for a month will surely be part of you. This implies that if you want to stop procrastinating, try to do away with procrastination for a month and you will see a great change in your life.
4) WRITE "NO PROCRASTINATION" BOLDLY AND PASTE IT ON YOUR WALL: As human we tend to forget things easily. Writing and reading everyday is one of the greatest tool for learning. If you really want to be motivated you will surely need an incentive which will remind you of your goal. Always read the post you've pasted on your wall as it will keep reminding you of your promise and aim whenever you forget.
In conclusion, overcoming procrastination may not be that easy if you aren't dedicated to eradicate it. You must be ready to overcome it by constant practice and dedication. Nothing is impossible provided you are dedicated, focused and motivated to achieve your goal.
Thanks for reading and I hope this helps.