I can’t do anything

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(After reading through what I wrote u can just skip to the last paragraph anything b4 that is kinda unnecessary)

I know it’s very common, but I really am struggling with procrastination. I would get homework, then put it on the table and sit there for an actual 20 min, then give up put the homework back in my file and then wait till after dinner to do it, but thennn I’ll end up doing something else, or giving up. then I’ll feel guilty before I fall asleep and then get up put the homework on the table and then sit there for another 30min, write a few sentences or do a few questions and then give up and go to sleep.

But here’s the thing: I’ll set a timer to wake up early only giving myself enough time to finish exactly the homework that I had to hand in that day, timing it so I could go back to bed just before my mom comes to wake me up cuz I don’t want her to know I didn’t finish my homework the day before, somethibg about “don’t push things to the last minute” but I just can’t do it.

So after all that, sometimes I finish it but sometimes i can’t finish it in the morning or don’t even wake up and end up going to school early to do some or even pushing it to recess, but I can’t do it in class cuz the teachers are really strict abt these things so I have to do during recess. But sometimes I just end up not handing in anything

I’ve searched up a lotta times like how to stop procrastinating but those times were when I was sitting at the table with my homework just staring at me, and surprise the tips didnt work and now I’m just stuck in the cycle and sleep deprived and stressed about it.

Anddd now it’s holidays with only 1 month left and I still got Chinese to do (my enemy) I have 2 emails and 2 essays left. Yay.

Ok so now after my long boring background story, the actual problem is it’s not that I want it to be to perfection (as google suggests why some people procrastinate) but I just simply don’t want to do it, but I know I have to or the teacher will roll out some punishment, and yet somehow I still cant know it despite knowing fully well that I’m probably gonna get it done in the end, and that I have to do it. Is it a motivation problem? I mean the only thing pushing me is the deadline and I end up getting it done 2sec before the teacher collects it. I CANT KEEP GOING ON LIKE THIS whenever a big long project comes up my parents will drive me but it’s too tiring and idk what to do I still got that 2 email 2 essays which is gonna end up being sloppy,

and tips for curing procrastination is not helping, I procrastinate so much even to the point of procrastinating on using tips for procrastination

Help

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Hello @user5249 thank you for sharing all of this. I can really feel how stressed and stuck you’re feeling right now. It makes total sense that you’re frustrated, especially when you know what you need to do but your brain keeps stalling. It’s exhausting to go through that cycle of starting, giving up, feeling guilty, and trying again. Anyone in your situation would feel overwhelmed.

What you’re experiencing isn’t a lack of willpower; procrastination often happens when tasks feel unpleasant, overwhelming, or stressful, and your mind naturally wants to avoid that discomfort. The fact that you’re aware of it and trying different strategies already shows a lot of insight and self-awareness.

It might help to focus on really small steps, like just getting started for a few minutes or breaking tasks into tiny chunks, instead of thinking about finishing everything perfectly. Even a tiny bit of progress counts and can help you build momentum. Also, giving yourself a little grace instead of guilt when things don’t go perfectly can take some of the pressure off and make it easier to start next time.

You’re definitely not alone in this, many people struggle with the same cycle. Acknowledging how hard it is is already a great step forward.

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hello, thank you for sharing. as a student myself, I understand that assignments can feel like a chore to do, and perhaps is a little reminder to not to be so hard on ourselves, such as perhaps waking up a later time and setting small goals. take the time to rest and perhaps complete 1 segment for every three hour block. rooting for you op <3

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Hi @user5249 Thanks for sharing! Procrastination is a really common struggle so you are definitely not alone in this!! The first step to change is to notice the problem so the fact that you have observed your own behaviour and want to change is a huge step forward. You mentioned that you have been trying many tips and though they have not been successful, it shows your determination so please don’t give up!! You sound quite overwhelmed and frustrated so don’t forget to be kind and patient with yourself :slight_smile: Change takes time. It’s not easy to move away from the unfamiliar so allow yourself time to adjust. Perhaps you can try giving some of the tips you tried a second chance? Or maybe allow yourself more time to get used to the new habits you are trying to build? You got this kay! Feel free to share more :slight_smile: