Breaking Patterns of Procrastination

November 4, 2026, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Virtual

Putting things off to the last minute? Having a hard time starting a project? Or is it hard to finish and actually put a close to something you are working on?

This workshop is here to help you procrastinate less and get more done. Contrary to what most people think, procrastination is not fundamentally a time management problem, which is why just trying to manage your schedule better is limited in effectiveness in changing this pattern of behaviour.

In this workshop you will learn about

  • the factors that drive and maintain procrastination
  • the psychology of avoidance
  • staying on your own side and not get stuck in self-criticism, and
  • effective, concrete strategies to help you put a major dent in procrastination pattern

Facilitator: Dr. Alex Abdel-Malek, DSW, RCC, is a psychotherapist and instructor with over 25 years of experience. His widely attended workshop sessions will help you get empowered for change. Alex is known for his ability to take psychological concepts and translate them into application—to help you know yourself better and be positioned to make meaningful changes in your life. 

Offered By: Graduate Pathways to Success

Registration Opens: Monday, 19 October 2026 - 09:00 AM

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