CPS Home > Resources > Self-help > Being Productive Understanding Procrastination and How to Overcome It Although everyone procrastinates to some extent, it can be a complex phenomenon with multiple triggers. But what is common is that procrastination makes us feel helpless, weak, and that our lives are not in control. This increases our fears and depressed feelings. Check out a variety of events within and outside NUS to learn more about mental wellness. There are also different groups and workshops for which you can sign up to experience a journey of self-discovery. Strategies to Combat Procrastination Once you have identified some reasons for procrastination and how to cope (see article on Understanding Procrastination), the following are general tips on behaviours and habits which you can cultivate to fight procrastination. Get the habit: Becoming more effective, with a little help from Stephen Covey The definition of effectiveness: doing that which produces the desired result. If you want to be successful in your studies, relationships or achieve some important goal, read on to find out more ... Time Spent Efficiently and Effectively Forget about managing time, time waits for no man! Start thinking about managing yourself! 10 Tips for Reaching a Goal If you are having trouble accomplishing a task, try these tips.