Self-help resources
Motivation & procrastination
Putting work off is not always about laziness. Tasks are easier to avoid when they feel too large, unclear, boring or linked to worries about getting them wrong.
Things you can try
- Make the starting point very small: open the document, write the heading or read one page.
- Work for a short block of time, then decide whether to continue.
- Replace "finish the assignment" with one specific action.
- Remove one obvious distraction for the next work block.
- Aim for a rough first version rather than a perfect first version.
When to ask for more help
If you are repeatedly unable to start or complete work, are falling behind or think something else is affecting your concentration, speak to your tutor or Student Support.