Say NO to Procrastination!
Time is an asset. We’ve all been told this various times while growing up, and now we hear this often coming from our very own mouths. But Why is it so? Have you ever wondered? So, to answer it simply I will just quote,
The Lost Time is never Found Again _ Benjamin Franklin.
It’s an asset that is all yours as long as you are utilizing it, and well utilizing time is an art. Like every art, there are several techniques and methods involved here, but the one I’ll be sharing today is the world-famous Pomodoro Technique.
In this technique, an individual divides time into small intervals of approximately 25 minutes each. In these intervals, one is supposed to work on a task, and after the completion of 25 minutes, one can take a small 2–3 minutes break. The chain continues until a goal is accomplished, and now one can reward him/herself with a luxurious break.
Sounds Good Right?
So, before sharing it with everyone I decided to try this technique, and then share it with proper feedback. I had a task of completing my career prep fellowship course, and I was short on time. Still, I couldn’t manage to focus, and while going through the course contents I came across this “Pomodoro” technique. As soon as I read it, I decided to implement it. I listed down my tasks.
- Completing AMAL course
- Create a Super Hero Resume
- Apply for two MTPs
I started with my course, but due to a lack of focus, I couldn’t concentrate. So, I started curating my Resume with the help of provided guidance material. It took me almost the first 25 minutes to just gather the relevant information, finding old CVs, confirming my joining and resigning dates, for professional experiences, etc. Finally, 25 minutes passed, and despite my best try, I couldn’t take a proper break. I was just focused on getting the job done. After almost an hour my CV was halfway done, and it was time for writing descriptions. It was so thought-provoking, so I decided to take a small break. I wanted a long break so bad, but I continued working on the resume.
Eventually, I almost completed it before After. It was kind of a refreshing experience because I hardly in my life complete a task within a day. So, despite being super tired, I was kind of relieved and satisfied, that I had done quite a good job. So, that was all about my personal experience.
When you are a procrastinator, setting alarms never helps. It just adds to your stress. Moreover, being used to delaying tasks, it is difficult to focus on the task that isn’t due in the next hour. Overall I would just say that it’s a great technique for fighting procrastination, but, like every good thing, it comes with a price. It was not easy at all for me to implement it. however, considering the prospects of the results, I am thinking of employing it slowly in my day-to-day activities.
It definitely helped me achieve more in less time, and thus not only save my energy but also saved me from the last-minute stress. I’m sure if I will keep implementing it in my life, the results will be miraculous.
What are you waiting for? GO and set your timer to 25!
