3 Simple Ways to Cure Procrastination

People procrastinate for many reasons. According to psychologists, there are four basic reasons for this behavior pattern.

1. They view the task before them as unpleasant or boring.
2. They lack knowledge in managing their time and responsibilities.
3. They feel overwhelmed by the task to be done.
4. They cannot see the any immediate results or benefits.

What should be done?

Get it over with.
When faced with an unpleasant assignment, act on it as soon as possible.  Try to do it first and get it over with.  Do not spoil the whole day constantly thinking about this dreaded thing to be done.  In an organization setting, you may delegate the task to someone else.

Divide and conquer.
For assignments that seem to complex or too large, divide the work into small components, then tackle each individually.  Focus on one step at a time. This way, you won’t be paralyzed with fear at the enormity of an assignment.



Reward yourself.
If the reason is that you cannot see any immediate reward, set up your own reward when the task is completed.  This personal incentive that you set up will serve to motivate you to finish the task.


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Why Should Racism Still Exist in this Internet Age?

Regardless of race, social strata, religion, economic status, we all are driven by our attitude. We act on something because we were driven by our gut feel or a mindset. We have our own biases; and our instinct dictates our judgment. 

Let's focus on something close to our common experience - the online writing communities and job boards. I have contemplated on these matters myself, so I'd like to share these questions with you as well.

When we join a website and see many members join, do we see that as a sign of growth or something that will lead to its downfall? Do we see a new member as an opportunities for growth or a competition?

When we meet other people who are not of our race, do we shut them out or welcome them. For what reason - because we tend think this or that race is friendlier, or kinder, or more obnoxious, or a bunch of bigots?