10 LESSON COURSE

LESSO 5
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Procrastination &
initiating
Today, we're shining a light on the all too common behavior of
procrastination. But don't worry, we're here to empower you and help
you break free from its grip!
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 SESSION REVIEW
Learning
objectives
TOPIC

Procrastinating
ACTIVITY

Decoding the delay

TOPIC
Today, we'll explore the psychology behind
procrastination, uncover its underlying causes, Motivation
and discuss strategies to overcome this common
obstacle. ACTIVITY

From caring to
We will delve into the concept of initiation,
understanding how to motivate ourselves and
accomplishing
others to take action and seize opportunities. ACTIVITY

Unleashing your
productivity potential
Navigating the
lesson 10
Minutes
Class
Discussion

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throughout the lesson and use it as
your trusty learning guide to ensure Put this Skill Stop & Reflect
that you have enough time to learn, into Practice
discuss, practice, and reflect on your
newfound knowledge.

Put your newfound knowledge into Take a moment to

practice in the real world. think things through.
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Procrastination & initiating
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DISCUSSION Class
Discussion

Procrastination
reflection
Take a moment to think about some of the recent chores, homework
assignments, or general tasks that caused you to procrastinate. Have a
chat as a class and share some of the tasks that you found yourself
putting off.
 WE ALL DO IT

We all know the feeling of putting things off until the last
minute or struggling to take that first step towards a goal or
task.

The good news is, there are simple steps and strategies that
can really help.
 WHY DO WE PROCRASTINATE?

Understanding the underlying causes of procrastination helps us

develop effective strategies
One reason for procrastination is the desire for immediate gratification and the
avoidance of discomfort. Fear of failure, perfectionism, lack of clear goals,
poor time management, and distractions in our environment also contribute.
 ACTIVITY
10
Minutes

Remember
procrastinating?
Beyond your initial reluctance to tackle the task, what other factors were at
play that led you to procrastinate? Were there any specific obstacles or mental
blocks that contributed to the delay in accomplishing this task? Let's explore
it!

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 SPARK THE DRIVE

Motivation is the internal force that

propels us into action.

Motivation ignites our enthusiasm and passion, enabling

us to overcome obstacles and persist
despite challenges.
 STAYING MOTIVATED

Finding momentum when enthusiasm is low.

Parents and teachers can provide us with external motivation, but we may
still struggle with staying motivated.

In cases like this, it's important to tap into our intrinsic drive. Discover
personal passions, set meaningful goals,
and draw on a sense of purpose.
 ACTIVITY

Get it done!
By understanding what tasks and jobs others value and why, we
can prioritize these, develop effective strategies accordingly and
get them done!

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 BREAK IT DOWN

When motivation wanes, try this trick: divide tasks into

smaller, manageable goals. It can make tough times easier.

By breaking things down, we take those big, overwhelming tasks and turn
them into bite-sized steps. Suddenly, they don't seem as daunting anymore.
We can tackle them one
by one, and before we know it, we're making progress.
 ACTIVITY 10
Make
Minutes

procrastinating
history
By filling out the next worksheet, you'll be taking a step towards putting
procrastination in your rearview mirror, embracing productivity, and saying
a firm goodbye to unnecessary delays. It's time to claim back your time and
unleash your full potential.

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Well done on
getting through
this lesson!
Today's procrastination lesson ends here!
What is one thing that you can get done today
or this week that you have been procrastinating?
Key Factors of procrastination
takeaways
1

Procrastination can be caused by a lack of motivation,

perfectionism or distractions.

2 Meaningful motives
Finding meaningful motives for completing tasks can help us
Let's take a look at our overcome procrastination.
key takeaways from
today.
3 Break it down
Breaking tasks down into manageable steps makes them
less overwhelming.
 ALL DONE!

Executive Functions
The cognitive skills that allow you to manage your life.

Improving, not proving

Develop motivation and embrace a growth mindset.

Prioritizing & planning

Choose what’s most important to do first, so you use your time wisely.

Organize with purpose

Increase your productivity & success.

Procrastination & initiating

Overcome procrastination and take action towards your goals.
 UPCOMING LESSONS

Commitment & responsibility

Stay focused, committed, and accountable to achieve your objectives.

Decisions & solutions

Enhance problem-solving skills and make better decisions.

Make decisions with reason

Manage emotions, develop self-awareness, and foster emotional resilience.

Better relationships
Strengthen your connections through executive functions.

Celebrations & reflections

Acknowledge achievements, reflect on progress, and celebrate milestones.
Thank you!
SEE YOU IN THE NE
XT LESSON!