Tip 31 An ideal student, but hes doing way too much
The ideal student not only excels in academic work, but also in extra curricular activities.
Hes a member of the basketball team, the president of the science club, the chief debater on campus, the volunteer who offers his services twice a week to accompany seniors to their doctors appointments. Hes the all-around and wholesome American boy, the envy of all parents, the lad who makes the girls swoon all over.
Little do you know how much pressure he has fulfilling all these roles. It has everything to do with image. How does he keep a healthy balance? He cant. Thats the straight and honest answer. Its called STRETCHING YOURSELF TOO THIN. Often we forget that were in school primarily for intellectual pursuits.
Sports and humanitarian work come in second. But the admission that you cant do it all is the first step in avoiding procrastination. Dont fall behind your school work because youre being pulled in all directions.
And dont use your extra activities in school as the excuse for your procrastination. No one is going to earn your diploma for you.
One of his recommendations was to respect the time of your team members, just as they do yours.
I Procrastinate
Sit down with your planner: tell him how you owe, how much you want to save for retirement, what assets and liabilities are on your books - hell do the rest.
Besides, you dont want to blame your sweetheart for your poor performance in Biology, do you? Mea culpa. I focused well and didnt allow myself to procrastinate. Hop into the car and check it out. You were there once. |