Procrastination

Lyria walk around the school

"Hahaha I still remember how me and my friends used to bunk classes do fun all around" she muttered to herself.

During lockdown   she realised how much she misses her friends and school etc. 

Now Lyria is roaming around the school corridor. Suddenly Lyria hears a sharp sound which sounded like a  shouting or scolding and her curiosity took her there.

"Don't you understand you have to complete your project. This is first day of school and you have not completed the work",A teacher was scolding one student so Lyria went to class  to know what's going on!

"Miss what's wrong your mood seem off" Lyria asked her.

"Oh dear this kids nowadays didn't complete their project its frustrating" she complained.

"Oh is that so give that kid some time maybe after sometime that kid will complete it ok and I am sorry I got to go I am already late so bye" Lyria said while seeing time as its time to go to the Teen Talk.

"Ok dear" teacher said but Lyria already left so she couldn't hear her because of her hurry and what idea she got.  

After arriving Teen Talk back stage

"Sorry I am late got stuck in traffic you know" Lyria said hurriedly. 

"Ok but you know we haven't decided what to discuss" Divya said 

"Um why not we continue what we had discussed earlier" Rithika said 

"Hey hey I have an idea what to do come here I will tell you" Lydia said and all look each other then shrug went towards her.

"So the topic will be……" Lyria whispered and everyone's eyes light up. 

"So…." Lyria questioned nervously all exchange looks then all nodded. 

"Yes this is good one" Divya squealed like a happy kid.  

"Guys let's go camera men had came so let's start" Ritika called out.  

All of them went to front stage.

First Divya went to address audience. 

"Hellooo everyone this is Divya presenting you all TEEN TALKS (low-budget Ted Talks)

So firstly I would like to introduce lyria, Ankita and Udita" Divya said exaggerating her talk 

"Hey guys wassup! So eager to know what we are discussing today" Lyria said excitingly

"yayy" audience replied 

"Ahem- Ahem" fake coughing made by Ankita 

"Lyria we know you are eager to tell them but can you wait for me and Udita to introduce" Ankita muttered that slowly that Udita and Lyria can listen 

"Oh you know I kinda forget" Lyria said while nervously smile and all others giggled

"Ok then" Ankita said then ask for mic 

"Hey everybody as you already know I am Ankita" Ankita said cutely while smiling sweetly towards audience 

"Aww" audience said because of her cuteness 

"Hmm do I have to also introduce myself" Udita muttered to herself but she didn't realize mic was placed in front of her and all listen to it 

All of them laugh 

"Yes Udita you have to now do shoo" Ritika said and Udita silently glares at her wishing to murder her or all of her teammates 

"Hehe so you already know I am Udita no not Udit Narayan its Udita female version" Udita said then silently moving aside wishing no one saw her.  

"Hey hey Udita why don't you start the topic" Ankita and Divya said at the same time.

"Jinx" they both said and laugh at their silliness but Lyria see Udita is hiding behind her then she slide quietly then gently push Udita forward to speak.

"Oh!!" Udita said surprised then remember something that make her facepalm or want to kill herself. 

"How could I forget it" Udita muttered but see all are seeing her in question look as why is she doing weird behavior. 

"Ha you know I-I forgot the topic" Udita said slowly then flashes innocent smile. 

"Really you forget we just discuss it like 10 minute before" Ritika said and all three also nodded. 

"Oh you know the school project, assignment making me forget all things and if I didn't complete on time I will be scolded by teach and like I am still thinking can I complete all that project but yeah sorry" Udita said while looking down feeling somewhat guilty that she forget the name. 

"Silly girl thats the topic and you are saying you forgot" Lyria said then Udita remember. 

"Oh yes I remembered but uh what that pronounce" said Udita nervously 

"Wait let me do it so today's topic is PROCRASTINATION" Ankita said 

Udita ohh it and all look at her saying learn from her 

She just show innocent smile 

"So without further issue let's start shall we?" said Ritika and all nodded 

"So what is Procrastination any guess" Ritika asked 

"Ye-not you silly shut up" said Ritika interrupting Divya 

"So the real meaning of procrastination is the action of delaying or postponing something." Ritika said 

"Ok so how it is related with teenagers problem?" Ankita asked

"Procrastination by teenagers may arise from a number of issues. ... Teens who suffer from perfectionism or anxiety may procrastinate as an effort to handle stress. Sometimes, teens simply don't have enough motivation to start a task and either aren't aware of or don't care about the consequences of inaction." Divya said first then stick her tongue out and tease Ritika for answering first 

"Whatever" Ritika said annoyed but she was laughing from inside because of Divya childness 

"Procrastination – or putting off tasks until the last possible minute – is not a behavior that’s limited to teenagers… But why do both teens and adults procrastinate?" asked Udita 

"We often delay tasks when we don’t understand how long they will take.  

Those who suffer from anxiety or perfectionistic tendencies often procrastinate as a means of coping with stress." Lyria said

"Like you are thinking to delay the project you got but whynot start now then you will not have pressure because of these things" Ritika said to Udita 

"Haha you know I am very busy" Udita said 

"Really what you do doing household works" said Ankita 

"No ofcorse not I am busy doing my work annnnndddd thaaaattt isss sleep" Udita said and flashes tubelight smile 

"Really 🙄🙄" Divya said annoyed

And Udita nodded while smiling 

"Guys let's continue where were we yaa what it is Procrastination and what it is related with teenagers" said Lydia

" So a simple lack of motivation to start a task and being either unaware of or not caring about the consequences of inaction can lead to procrastination.  

While these reasons for procrastination are by no means limited to teens and adolescents, procrastination is a behavior that often begins in early adolescence." Ankita said and Udita suddenly started to laugh loudly while seeing her phone 

Every one show her annoyed face 

"What it was a joke I was trying not to sleep by your  speech" Udita said and all of them show her annoyed face.

"Maybe it was not good you know you can continue I will seal my lips see" Udita said while sealing her mouth by imaginary chain and gave its key to Ritika 

then Udita show 👍

 " Now most parents of teens are all too aware of their teens’ increased attempts to achieve self-empowerment by resisting parental authority. And these efforts to resist parental authority take both active (such as being argumentative) and passive (such as delaying to take action) form right!!" said Lyria all nodded 

"So what did you suggest parents to do" asked Ankita 

"well first they should 

remedies for teen procrastination

1. Recognize the problem – The first step to helping your teen overcome procrastination is to recognize it. Pay attention to your child’s behaviors, especially when it comes to how they go about getting done what needs to be done. If your teen knows something needs doing but seems to avoid it altogether, they’re procrastinating. Does your teen feel guilty? Are they exhibiting any signs of anxiety, stress, or depression? Procrastination can be both cause of and a crutch for dealing with all of these feelings." said Ritika and all nodded while Ankita started to write 

"Wait Ankita what are you writing" Lydia said confused

"Hehe well I was writing because I will not forget it then I will show mom these things" Ankita said

"Silly your mom will surely know these things" said Ritika and Divya also nodded 

"Then Divya tell me what are the second step" said Ritika

" well then 

2. Help your teen practice time management – As we discussed, one of the most common reasons for procrastination is simply not understanding how long tasks will take and how to budget our time accordingly. Help your teen prioritize his or her time so that it is as productive as possible… And include time for play. This may include helping them break down large or complex projects into manageable tasks, making use of a calendar or planner, and setting objectives and goals each night for the next day. This being said, you need to make sure the goals are clear and come from your teen. Teens need to take ownership of their goals and want to achieve them in order to get the work done and not procrastinate." Divya said and Udita went and take glass of water and gave to Divya 

"What!!" Divya exclaimed 

Udita made signal like drinking and all laugh 

"Yaa Divya you need water after this long speech" Lyria said chuckling 

"Oh now I realized I am thirsty hehe thanks Udita" said Divya after realizing that she indeed is thirsty 

"well I think third point will be 

3.  Look for personal difficulties – If helping your teen learn time management skills isn’t enough, there may be something else going on. As we said, those suffering from anxiety or perfectionistic tendencies often procrastinate as a means of coping with stress. Peer pressure, low self-esteem, divorce, a death in the family, alcohol or drug abuse, ADHD, financial problems at home, and a whole host of other issues may result in your teen’s procrastination. If your child is experiencing anything or exhibits any personality traits that may underlie their procrastination, support them and help them overcome those things, including seeking the help of a teen counselor or psychologist." said Ankita while all nodded 

"Udita can you pass water to me too" Ankita said 

Udita shake her head saying no 

"But whyyy" Ankita whinned 

"🤷" Udita shrug 

"Fine I am going to take for me too" Ankita said 

Udita show innocent smile to audience 

"What happen Udita?" Divya asked 

Udita then made signal of key 

"Oh you wanted key of your seal" said Ritika after understanding Udita 

Udita nodded happily 

"Nah that we aren't giving you if we give you, you will again start to disturb us so no" said Lyria

"🙁🙁" Udita made expression while showing puppy eyes to all but no matter no one see her and started explaining when Ankita came back with glass of water and water bottle with her 

"Oh you are great Ankita thanks" Ritika said while taking glass from her 

"Nah-uh I didn't brought for you I was too thirsty thats why I brought for me" Ankita smirk 

"Really Ankita you will not share water with your big sis" Ritika started emotional blackmailing and all rolled their eyes at her drama 

"Ok fine I brought for you all happy" Ankita said all nodded and laugh then 

" so where were we oh yaa next point 

 4.  Help your teen find their motivation – Motivation comes easily when a person is doing something that’s important to him or her. And if your teen isn’t motivated to complete a task, procrastinating that task is a likely outcome. This is the one place where rewards can be helpful… If the task a teen must complete isn’t important, work with your teen to create a reward for completing the task that your teen wants." Lyria said 

"Yaa all need motivation without it individual may not complete their work on time" said Divya and others too nodded 

"So I think thats all point right or do anything left" asked Ritika 

"No I don't think so we have covered all the topic we saw in google" said Lydia and others too nodded 

"Hmmmmmm" a voice started them and they saw Udita is making sound 

"What it is Udita?" asked Diyva 

"Mmmm" again Udita made sound

"Hey give her key I think we are last of our discussion right so open her seal" said Ankita 

Udita flashes innocent smile to others 

"Ok then" said Ritika then she open the imaginary seal of Udita 

"Haahaaa it feels too good I am freeeee" said or shouted Udita 

"Sshhhhh Udita audience are listening they must be thinking that you are gonna crazy" said Lyria 

Then Udita remember audience then she went and take mic 

"Hehe you know you didn't hear or see something ok" said Udita while trying to threatened 

"Ha-ha" audience said sarcastically 

"Udita let it be you are looking like kitten so do you want to tell something" said Ankita and Udita smiles and nodded 

"Ok go say" said Divya

" so last topic is 

5.  Let your teen experience the consequence of procrastination – If all else fails, let your teen fail. Though it may be hard to do, allowing your teen to experience the negative outcomes of procrastinating may be the best way for him or her to learn a valuable lesson—and become more responsible. Letting your teen suffer the negative consequences of his or her inaction may be just what they need to recognize that their behavior needs to change." Udita said 

"Yaa I also think we should always experienced everything" said Ritika 

And Udita and Lyria share knowing smile and Ritika and Divya saw it 

"Wait what was that!" Ritika exclaimed

"Oh nothing sure Ritika should experienced all the thing right Divya" said Lyria and Divya also now understand 

"Yes sure you will experience all the thing" Divya said while patting Ritika 

"Uh-uh what are you talking guys" Ankita said 

"Nothing Ankita you are young you will not understand" said Divya 

Then Ritika understand their intention 

"You…" Ritika said while throwing water at all three of them 

"hwahhh" said Udita, Lyria and Divya and Ankita and Rikita started laughing because of their reaction 

"You know now I will get ill I have an allergy of water" said Lyria 

"Really Lyria think of something good" said Ritika 

"No really now I will start sneezing see" said Lyria 

"Aahchooo" then she sneezed and Divya passes her tissue 

"You know you will be actress by this way you are acting" Divya muttered to Lyria and they both giggled because it was true 

"Ok so let me tell you a story of a boy Arjun" said Divya 

"Ok you can start" Ritika said and all nodded

And Udita and Ankita went to bring popcorn and chair to relax

"The sound of my alarm ringing woke me up, not that my sleep was very peaceful in the first place. Even in my dream my pending assignments and projects were haunting me and specially my Maths assignment, I can still remember the questions dancing in front of me. Taking a deep breath I try to get that horrifying image out of my head.

I quickly get ready for school, I cannot afford to be late not with so many red marks already adorning my notebooks." Divya said 

"Are you telling your own story" Udita said 

"No silly I am telling you story of Arjun a boy who also faces same problem as all do" Divya said 

"Oh yaa I also know I also felt that way" Ritika said 

"Can I start now" Divya asked all nodded

"When I enter the classroom, the first thing I notice is the pile of files on my teacher’s desk.

Great all of them have done the work!

Sighing I go and sit at the back trying to hide myself from my teaher’s piercing gaze but she still sees me and shouts my name, her voice cutting through the air and making me flinch. I get up and walk towards her with my head down, I can hear the whispered conversations and my name being murmured by the students but their gossip is my least concern at the moment."

"Nice and why do I feel it also happen same with me I understand Arjun's problem" Ankita said and Ritika also hum 

“So where was I yaa "Arjun I have had enough of your slacking. This is your third assignment which you have failed to submit and not only in Science you have incomplete work in all the subjects. If you don’t want to do the wok then there is no point in attending my classes anymore.” She scolded me

“I am very sorry ma’am, I’ll try to complete all of my work as soon as possible” I whispered back

“You have until tomorrow, I need all of your pending work from all the subjects on my table first thing in the morning” she said in a no argument tone and then turned around to write on the board ending the conversation

Everything by tomorrow? If only I had done my work on time and not procrastinated." Divya said and Lyria said 

"Why do I feel it was same as today morning incident" 

"What incident Lyria" asked Divya 

"Oh nothing and I also agree with you that if individual complete his/her work on time he will not be scolded" said Lyria and all nodded 

"Previously teens if they decided to do their work later for reason like playing but then they at least did their work within extra time." Said Udita after observing things 

"Yaa you are correct in this thing, But nowadays teens are too distracted to even bother thinking when to do their work.And this distraction is gadgets and Social Media

In previous generation parents used to scold and make sure teens do work instead of playing." said Lyria 

"But in this generation, Some parents doesn't have time to check up on child due to work.And some even if they scold .Their children doesn't bother to listen." said Ritika

"Yaa I don't know who to blame kids or their parents that they didn't scold their kids and lead them to depression" said Divya 

"Yeah right these new generation brought advantage with disadvantages too" said Ankita and all nodded 

Suddenly Udita throw water at Ritika 

"What!!?" Ritika said while wiping water from her face others also trying to stop their laugh

"Oh you know Revenge" Udita said and run towards exit 

"Oh Udita you are right" said Divya and Divya and Lyria throw water towards Ritika and quickly followed Udita 

"Oh you know what run for your life" screamed Ritika and started chasing them 

"So I think our discussion is over. Bye guys see you later" Ankita said to audience then also followed all of them to know what they are going.

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