Self Diagnosis and Treatment for Unproductivitus.

Unproductivitus is a common disorder that can develop in adults from any race, gender, culture or economic status. It develops from a deficiency in organization and motivation coupled with a daunting amount of things to do. The onset of Unproductivitus generally comes after an individual has left an environment of instituted structure and routine. Post high school or college graduates therefore tend to be the most susceptible to contracting Unproductivitus. However, cases also have a tendency to develop in people working high stress jobs that they do not enjoy.

The sypmtoms of Unproductivitus include lethargy, stress, inability to focus, anxiety and even depression. A person suffering from this ailment will be consistently overwhelmed by day-to-day tasks, find great difficulty in making and keeping plans and have an overall dissatisfaction with their life. If left untreated for a prolonged period of time, Unproductivitus can develop into unrealized dreams syndrome.

Self-treatment for Unproductivitus requires only a few steps and can generally be reversed after several weeks. In more severe cases help from friends and loved ones may be necessary to ensure the consistent application of each step and to encourage continuous progress.

First, get paper, a pen, a calendar and a timer.

Set your timer for 30 to 60 minutes and begin making a list of the most immediately necessary tasks or projects you have to do. Anyone can focus on a task if given a strict timeline to accomplish it.

Second, break down those projects into their most basic steps. For example, maybe you need to buy a present for your niece’s birthday party next week. Some basic steps might be to: call and ask what she wants, go to the store and get the present and wrap it. Rather than being daunted by a big, mountainous task, it’s good to one by one just focus on the small necessary steps towards completing it.

Third, write down when you will do each small task in your calendar so that your projects will be completed in time. Be realistic with yourself about this and how much you can actually do in a day. It can further hurt your motivation by planning too much to do and consequently being unable to do it. Plan the most necessary and expedient things first.

Fourth, for as much as the time you allotted yourself allows, write another list of secondary tasks or projects that you need to do. You can calendar these also, or do as many as you want after finishing the priority items you’ve already scheduled. Just be sure to schedule these tasks for after your most important tasks.)

Fifth, begin tackling the scheduled items on your list.

The five steps should be performed daily in cases of where a person’s life has become overwhelmed by Unproductivitus. After improvement is made the treatment can be reduced to weekly implements until new patterns and routines develop. These steps help increase organization levels and the gratification of accomplishing many small tasks. Reducing some of the more severe symptoms of Unproductivitus.

Though accomplishing tasks that have to be done is important, doing so without boosting motivation levels could lead to relapse. There are two kinds of motivation: external, in which outward pressure is applied to the subject resulting in action; and internal, in which a person’s own will and desires spur them to action. Many external motivators like, deadlines, the expectations of others, and expected repercussions can motivate one to accomplish any task, however, only relying on external motivation can result in lingering symptoms. Especially when a task or project isn’t especially enjoyable, it is very important to reward oneself upon completion. Rewards should be suited to the individual. Some recommendations include: taking a nap, going out to eat, buying a small present, doing a fun activity and of course, chocolate. Communicate accomplishments to friends, family and co-workers. Unproductivitus is not an uncommon affliction so you shouldn't be ashamed to celebrate your successes. People who love you will be happy for even your smallest victories.Spend quiet time thinking or meditating about your current endeavors and the future. Imagining how all these small steps will affect your life can boost the desire for that effect and increase motivation.

If all the above steps are being implemented then you should experience a feeling of excitement and hopefulness.

Some activities which aggravate unproductivitus are: Youtube, facebook, instagram, twitter and any other form of social media, texting, snacking, television and unnecessary cleaning (also known as procrastinating).

Unproductivitus is a fictional disease created to humorously advise individuals who have difficulty in being productive and should NOT be mistaken for an ACTUAL PHYSICAL SICKNESS. If you are suffering physically or mentally please speak to your doctor. Otherwise I hope these steps can help increase productivity and overall happiness.