So this is a pretty controversial topic. The main and accepted mentality towards the concept of procrastination is that it is a horrible and negative thing to engage in. However, I have done some of my best work under the pressure of getting it done in a short amount of time (the day or night before). Now I can accept the fact that many would argue that having more time to complete an assignment allows for more improvement (and the ability to catch mistakes that would potentially go unseen in a procrastination frenzy). I think that this procrastination is truly conditional upon the beholder of the stress. I think that some people work better, including myself, in times of pressure and stress. I have spaced papers out over periods of days, and I have truly found that this gives me a more inconsistent range of grades than when I wait until the last day.
In conclusion, I think that procrastination is kind of a double edged sword. It is a weapon that depends solely on the user, not on the weapon itself. If you know that you cannot handle, nor work the best under, under pressure than simply do not do it. But I think that there are times and people that are more conducive to procrastination as a studying/task completing tactic. Please give me feedback if you get the chance to see this kind of controversial post. We are college kids, procrastination is what we do. But should we continue to feel bad about it if we are performing adequately? I say nay haha.
Yes I agree, procrastination can be good. Some people cannot operate under last minute pressures, but for me that is when I can work the hardest. I get a lot more done then than any other time.
ReplyDeleteI say yes to procrastination. 8 page essays saved to the last minute are always the best.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I really agree with you guys. I think procrastination can definitely motivate a person, but for me, procrastination only increases my stress, which cannot be good for the body. Plus, with more time to work on things, you learn to schedule your life accordingly and shows that you know how to manage your time wisely. I definitely have not reached that point, though, so I'm not completely opposed to procrastination. haha I just think it's better when avoided. :)
ReplyDeleteThe epitome of procrastination = tonight
ReplyDeletehaha, Kool Kids Klub, tell me about it. But @Lysje, again, I think that procrastination only lends its cooperative hand to those that respond well to extensive pressure. But I agree that avoiding it avoids stress, but that does not necessarily indicate better work.
ReplyDeleteI think that procrastination depends mainly on the person. I personally do my best under pressure, but many crack under it. It just depends on the person.
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