Causes of Procrastination

Why students procrastinate

There are many reasons for procrastination. Each task that you procrastinate may be for a different reason. When you boil it down, procrastination is often a combination of motivation, confidence, and comprehension issues. Here is a list of common causes.

• Lack of motivation, interest or joy completing a task
• The goal and relevance of the task are unclear
• The task itself is too vague
• Low self-confidence, fear of failure and perfectionism
• Lack of understanding and how to accomplish the task
• The task seems too large, difficult and overwhelming
• Trouble concentrating or a low energy level
• Difficulty organizing or initiating a task

Effects of procrastinating

Procrastinating can lead to stress, anxiety and low performance. Here are a few reasons why:

• You will likely run out of time and your work might look incomplete.
• Your work will be hurried, which will create stress.
• The task will not get easier and you will likely lose your chance to ask for help.
• You will have no buffer in your schedule for unplanned life events.
• Good ideas take time. Not procrastinating gives you the chance to amaze yourself and others! Want to know how? Keep reading: Stop Procrastination – Today!