Episode 82: Managing Procrastination in an Academic World, With Kate Ahl

Struggling to stay productive and meet deadlines in your academic life? In this episode, we dive into the common challenge of procrastination with expert insights from a psychotherapist specializing in helping academics. Learn why procrastination isn't just about laziness and discover practical strategies to overcome it, boost your productivity, and improve your mental well-being.Whether you're a PhD student, researcher, or just curious about the psychology behind procrastination, this episode has something for you! Tune in to reclaim your focus and get back on track.Also, check out our sponsor for this episode at: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/paperpileGET 20% OFF a 1-year Paperpile personal subscription with coupon code Scientists20(valid for 3 months from the date of this episode)📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕00:00:00 Introduction to Episode00:01:06 Introduction to Kate00:02:17 Defining Procrastination in Academia00:05:29 Why PhD Students Struggle with Writing00:07:52 Different Types of Procrastination00:11:08 How Procrastination Affects Mental Health00:15:14 Can Procrastination Be Beneficial?00:18:47 Practical Strategies to Overcome Procrastination00:24:45 Tools to Manage Procrastination00:31:10 Final Advice on Managing Procrastination🤩Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss new episodes like this one: https://www.youtube.com/@thestrugglingscientists🤖Want to find our favorite AI tools for PhDs and researchers? Look no further 👇https://mtr.bio/Tools🔴Find your favorite science shirt, stickers, or coffee mugs here:https://thestrugglingscientists.com/webshop/📰Get our FREE (AI) Tools guide 🤖 by subscribing to our FREE newsletter. https://thestrugglingscientists.com/newsletter👍Follow us for more fun and interesting memes, videos, and threads guaranteed to improve your PhD experience here: Twitter: https://x.com/TheStrugglingS4Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrugglingscientistspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thestrugglingscientistspodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-struggling-scientists-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueInterested in collaborating with us ? Get in touch 👇https://thestrugglingscientists.com/sponsors/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy