I have found that I avoid doing assignments due to a fear of failure. Could this be why you got drunk the night before you were to show up for work? Anyway, in my experience, procrastination can be difficult to fight. But I am currently taking a class for my bachelors program that helps with setting educational goals and dealing with stress. This is part of what I studied this week. I hope that it helps.
Analyze the effects of procrastinating.
What may happen if you continue to put off a responsibility? Chances are you will benefit more in the long term by facing the task head-on.
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Set reasonable goals. Unreasonable goals can intimidate and immobilize you. Set manageable goals and allow enough time to complete them.
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Break tasks into smaller parts. If you concentrate on achieving one small step at a time, the task may become less burdensome. Setting concrete time limits for each task may help you feel more in control.
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Get started. Once you take the first step, you may find it easier to continue.
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Ask for help. Once you identify what’s holding you up, see who can help you face the task. If you are having trouble understanding the assignment, someone else may be able to help you clarify it.
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Don’t expect perfection. No one is perfect. Most people learn by making mistakes and learning from them. It’s better to try your best than to do nothing at all.
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Reward yourself. Find ways to boost your confidence when you accomplish a particular task. Remind yourself—with a break, a movie, or some kind of treat—that you are making progress.