*Procrastination is the Thief of Time*

Someone has rightly said, "The cost of procrastination is the life you could have lived." Human beings have been procrastinating for years, and this problem is timeless and universal. Greek philosophers Aristotle and Socrates even developed a particular term to describe this behavior: Akrasia. Akrasia is the state of overthinking and acting against your better judgment. It is when we do one thing, even though we know we should be doing something else, something more important. It is a force that hampers us from accomplishing tasks we have already set for ourselves.

The question that arises here is: Why do people procrastinate? Well, there can be many reasons or distractions that delay action. One of the most common factors is the fear of failure. It is human nature to avoid challenging tasks. Other reasons may include laziness, low self-esteem, poor determination, and lack of focus. We hesitate to act promptly, and because of this temperamental inability, we are often deprived of the benefits of timely action.

A sage once said that conditions are never just right. People who delay action, waiting for all factors to be favorable, often end up achieving nothing. This is not uncommon; nine out of ten people, especially students nowadays, procrastinate until the deadline and later regret their actions.

We can overcome this problem because while we may delay, time once lost will never return. If we carefully analyze the reasons behind procrastination, the most important factor is a lack of motivation and appreciation. So, always share your thoughts and ideas with someone you trust, so that you can receive the encouragement you need to complete tasks on time.

Always be clear about your goals, act confidently, and earn the maximum benefits. Never let mundane thoughts ruin your life. Give yourself permission to make mistakes, because after all, you are human. Never let this deadliest disease take a toll on your success and happiness.Always believe in yourself, congratulate yourself on finishing tasks, and reward yourself.

Jaswinder Kaur