We all have days when we don’t feel like doing our work. On these days, the temptation to procrastinate and distract oneself can be strong. I recently spent a few days with my family in the countryside, where I enjoyed reading by a crackling fire. But when I found myself back home in my office, […]
Do you tend to procrastinate? Procrastination feels heavy. But what if we could turn combating procrastination into a fun game? Lately, when I catch myself avoiding a task, I’ll play a little game to see if I can get myself to move in the right direction. I’ve discovered that it’s best to approach any task […]
Procrastination is a universal phenomenon. All of us have had the experience of watching videos instead of writing an essay. We can all relate to telling ourselves, “I’ll do it tomorrow”. The problem is our brains are wired for comfort. We’ll try to do everything we can to avoid experiencing pain and discomfort. But through […]
Have you ever crammed for an exam or written an essay at the very last minute? Cramming can very easily become a bad habit. Let me explain. When you procrastinate and leave your work until the night before it’s due, adrenaline and motivation kicks in. This allows you to work with crazy energy and intense […]
Dr Jane Genovese delivers interactive and engaging study skills sessions for Australian secondary schools. She has worked with thousands of secondary students, parents, teachers and lifelong learners over the past 15 years.
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