how do i motivate myself to get my assignment started?
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I have procrastinated my way through school, university and my job (that is why I am on here). I have only just started understanding why I do it.\n\nThere are many reasons why - fear of failure, fear of doing something difficult, etc. There is only one solution - getting into a habit of starting (not finishing!) at a certain time. Set yourself a target of starting - doing 15 minutes and then you will find that you probably don't want to stop!\n\nDon't overburden yourself. Aim to start, not to get it done. Do 15 minutes NOW. Oh, and get off the internet. It will not help you right now.
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start by writting everything down. force yourself to get up early. exercise to be more energetic.\nstart doing things by program, and you will be surprized of how many things you can do efficiently. that will bring you pleasure and ths more will to be organized.
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come on just do ur assignment alone dear.try to discuss it then put it online so that i can mark it 4 u.
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Well I am not exactly the best one to answer this one, because trust me I got my final exams from the 18th of this month and here I am answering questions on preventing procrastinating. LOL!! But here's my advice. Go ahead, select someone else !\nTake the task, break it out in small parts and allocate specific times for that. Allow times for your meals and some kind of entertainment. Once that is done, be very particular to follow that rigorously. I mean when u allocate 10 mins for music, stop it after 10 mins dun go beyond that. I know it is difficult and we lose track of time when we love something. But atleast for the time period u have to follow it. There is no-one or one thing which can motivate urself, but urself. You have maintain the balance. Its very important. \nBest of luck to you, and i expect best of luck from you to me as well.\nLOL !!
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Start each day with a purpose.  Just because you can do whatever it is you feel like doing shouldn't interfere with a daily life consisting of goals and responsibilities.  Self discipline takes willpower and the want to change also play a major factor.  When boredom sets in you will eventually have to discipline yourself into a new routine or you can always stay stagnant in time wasted...\n\nI get up each day and although I don't have anywhere I must be at any certain time I choose to get up, wash up and make a difference to my family and in my home and then it is my time...and that still leaves me with more than enough my time.
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i have the same problem. Here's what I think. DON'T do what I do. Whenever I get schoolwork that has to be done by a certain time I wait til the last minute and then do it. Usually I fail or don't do it then and come up with some excuse [then fail.] So here's what I've been doing:\n-start by finding a place where you aren't distracted [NOT in front of the TV. doesn't work too good.]\n-then if that fails try and focus. And tell yourself what will happen if you don't finish it in time.\n-if all that fails... sit on the roof. [that's what I do. No distractions, no1 bugs u, and u can concentrate. [if you're in a condo or an apartment or u can't get to the roof... I got nothing.]\nTry it. Good luck
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Write down what u need to achieve and how u'd like to go about it. Consider various options towards achieving them\n\nKeep smaller aims and break ur tasks into smaller break points, so that u are not disheartened or over-awed by the daunting work.\n\nReward urself periodically for meeting ur goals\n\nKeep at it, use a Urge-r, some close confidante who'll keep u pushing and reminding u 2wards ur goal.\n\nUse motivational books and other ppl's experience to go by.\n\nThere are so many things to do, but main thing is to DECIDE YOU WANT TO DO IT
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It depends on the task. Ican be motivated by:\nFear of failure\nSatisfaction with being successful\nAppreciation and service for others\nDesire to advance myself\nDesire to learn\nMoney
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Be motivated so you can accomplish what you want
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well... it is hard to say lol but well before you start just think about your goal and just MOTIVATE yourself! dont forget that what you ll do now will give you lots of benefits!!! the fact that you asked shows that you really do care so dont give up! we all suffer lol I am concentrated on my studies a lot right now lol if you want you can email me so we could talk about that and just give some motivation to each other ! good luck! my email is Christine_chicago@ yahoo.com
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1. Find something you love doing and go for it!\n\n2. If you have to do something you are not so keen on, you have to develop motivation by thinking of the goal or payoff you get from it.\n\nFor example, if you have to clean out the garage and have been putting it off, just imagine how you would feel when the garage is clean, the junk thrown away. What a relief you would feel. If you can see the desired objective, imagine it vividly, and make it seem real and concrete, you will be more inspired to do the necessary work to reach your goals.\n\n3. Define your goals specifically, your time frame, and the steps you have to take to reach your goals. Making your objectives specific and measureable go a long way in keeping you on track.\n\n4. Take small steps and celebrate each milestone toward your goal. For example, you want to reduce your wieght, but haven't been able to keep on a diet. Make a plan to reduce a few pounds each week, measure your progress on a chart, and celebrate your success on meeting each weekly goal (but not by eating, of course!).
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Keep a to-do list electronically so that you can constantly re-prioritize it. Print it out first thing in the morning, and keep it in your sight all day. Don't be afraid to put small tasks on the list. It will help you feel like you're accomplishing more during the day. Cross off tasks as you finish them and update the electronic copy at the end of the day.\n\nIf you need an hour or more to work on something, schedule the time on your calendar so that no one schedules a meeting for you. This also helps you keep yourself on track. Put aside other tasks (unless they're urgent, of course), and concentrate on that one project for the time you've scheduled. It really helps.
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You have to motivate and challenge yourself.  Try doing as many tasks as possible before noon.  Then double that by the end of the week.  Challenges are what keeps us going!
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see your guidance councilor, maybe ask for a tutor, set aside time to study every night even if you don't have homework, don't give up no matter what. just keep your goals in sight. remember that all those people who want to see you graduate love you and believe  you can do it.
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The most important thing is to start.  It is very easy to keep putting it off and before you know it, it will be the day before the project is due and you won't have anything done.  \n\nPace yourself.  Do a little every day.  Don't let a day go by without working on it.  Set goals - decide how much you need to do each day in order to get it done on time.  \n\nFind sources of information - books, internet.  Take notes about important points.  List the materials you will need if it is a "hands on" type of project and gather them.\n\nSo go get started right now.  If you need to ask more specific questions on here, do so.  But start not!!!!!  :)
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do it right now\nelse fill in anything it doesnt have to be complete atleast you attempted.....\nyou lost your assignment or book as soon as you will find it you will submit\ntell that you didnt understand\ngood luck!
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Revise and make sure you understand everything that is given to you. Do your homework and don't fall behind by not doing it. Revise or skim through your work everyday and make summaries or mind maps. Reading additional info will also help. And practice a lot. Concentrate and you'll be fine and don't stress yourself, organize-make a time table if you need to. And most of all be POSITIVE. \n(",) Hope that helped.