How I Used Dewey’s Model to reduce Procrastination

I have been struggling with procrastination, and I applied Dewey's Model of Reflective Thought and Action to explore ways to reduce or overcome this behavior.

Ideal Situation: To be more productive and complete work on time.

Reality (Gap): I easily get distracted by social media and delay getting things done.

Causes/Conditions: I frequently lose concentration and start using my phone or focus on less important tasks.

Effects/Results: I end up postponing work, which leads to rushing through tasks at the last minute.

Goal: The goal is to manage my time better and finish tasks on time instead of procrastinating.

Possible Changes:

• I can create a detailed time management plan where I allocate specific work periods and scheduled breaks.
• Social media use will be limited to designated break times only.
• I will remove distractions (e.g., putting my phone in another room) and practice self-control techniques, such as using a timer.

Testing the Hypothesis (Solution): Over the next two weeks, I will implement this schedule for my daily tasks. I will track my progress and note how well I follow the schedule.

Outcome of Change: I expect to improve my focus, reduce procrastination, and complete work on time without rushing.