Solving your problem (procrastination) may require figuring out the root problem(s). People have already mentioned a lot of good solutions for a lot of problems

Solving your problem (procrastination) may require figuring out the root problem(s). People have already mentioned a lot of good solutions for a lot of problems, but trying to solve the wrong problem can make your's worse.. or at least frustrate you more. It may be you're too distracted, so eliminate the distractions. Not me - I get overly focused. It may be your task is so large and unclear that it seems pointless to even try, so first break the problem down into manageable chunks. Not me - I think I can do practically anything (but start :). It may be your work is too annoying to you, so you wear out your self-control "muscles". If so, find different work. This isn't usually my problem either -- I'm pretty much free to do whatever I want at work. It may be you subconsciously avoid heavy concentration. This is one of the symptoms of ADHD, so you may get lucky and be able to treat it with chemicals (see a doctor). This is my biggest problem. I don't have trouble doing "labor," but I amaze myself with the things I do to avoid thinking. I don't have a good, healthy solution yet, but I know a couple things that work for me: 1. Creating emergencies.. e.g. putting off a term paper until 6 hours before its due, or imagining you'll die of shame if you don't squash your bugs. My brain kicks right into gear when I have to do something. 2. Working closely with others keeps me engaged for other reasons. Pair programming is a good example of this, but not my preference. I'd love to hear others problems and solutions.