Focus and Procrastination

Procrastination can feel like a natural part of being a student, but sometimes it takes over completely. Take a look at the following videos and handouts to identify why you might struggle to get assignments completed, as well as some strategies for using your time better.

Find more resources on the ARC’s YouTube page.

Quick Tips

Not sure where to start? Take a look at the following video shorts to get some inspiration:

Why do I procrastinate?

What’s the difference between procrastinating and taking a break?

How can I make it easier to sit down and begin homework?

Focus and Procrastination Resources

Improving Focus

Strategies For Focus (video)
How to Stay Focused in Class (handout)

Managing Procrastination

Setting Up Your Phone as a Productive Workspace (video)
Challenging Your Procrastination Habits (video)
Productive Procrastination (video)
Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination (video)
The Four Types of Procrastination (handout)
Avoiding Procrastination (handout)
There’s an App for That! (handout)

Building Healthy Habits

Building Morning and Evening Routines (video)
Developing a Sleep Schedule (video)
Create Your Own External Accountability (handout)
Taking Effective Breaks (handout)
Campus Study Spots (handout)
Sleep Habits (video)
Habit Building (video)

Mid-Semester Refresh

Midsemester Reset (video)
Getting Your Study Schedule Back on Track (video)
Maintaining Motivation (video)
Getting Back on Track (video)

Coworking Sessions

Study Timer with Increasing Increments (video)
Let’s Get Down to Business! Study Timer (video)
Finals Coworking Session (video)
Apps for Focus Coworking Session (video)
Pomodoro Coworking Session (video)
Virtual Coworking Session (video)
Exam Coworking Session (video)
Finals Coworking Session (video)
Pomodoro: Introduction and Timed Work Session (video)