THE EFFECT OF
PROCRASTINATION
TO THE MENTAL HEALTH
AND WELL-BEING OF EVERY SEMINARIAN
INTRODUCTIO
N
- PROCRASTINATION, DRIVEN BY POOR TIME MANAGEMENT, FEAR OF
FAILURE, AND PERFECTIONISM, AFFECTS SEMINARIANS' PRODUCTIVITY,
WELL-BEING, AND DISCIPLINE. DESPITE STRUCTURED FORMATION, THEY
STRUGGLE WITH DELAYING STUDIES, HOMILY PREPARATION, AND
SPIRITUAL EXERCISES, IMPACTING THEIR MINISTRY READINESS. WHILE
WELL-STUDIED IN GENERAL EDUCATION, RESEARCH ON SEMINARY
STUDENTS IS LIMITED, ESPECIALLY REGARDING SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND
MINISTRY PREPARATION. UNDERSTANDING THE LINK BETWEEN
ACADEMIC AND SPIRITUAL PROCRASTINATION IS CRUCIAL, AS BOTH
HINDER FAITH DEVELOPMENT AND PASTORAL EFFECTIVENESS. THIS
STUDY EXPLORES ITS LONG-TERM IMPACT ON MINISTRY CAREERS AND
SEEKS INTERVENTIONS TO HELP SEMINARIANS DEVELOP BETTER HABITS.
STATEMENT OF THE
PROBLEM
• Procrastination leads to • For seminarians,
stress, reduced productivity, procrastination impacts
and a cycle of guilt that both academic and spiritual
lowers self-esteem and responsibilities, hindering
affects relationships with their ministry preparation.
mentors.
SCOPE AND
DELIMITATION OF THE
STUDY
This study explores procrastination among seminarians, examining its
causes, effects, and solutions. It focuses on how procrastination affects
academic performance, spiritual growth, and ministry readiness,
considering factors like time management, fear of failure, and external
pressures. The research targets current seminarians, excluding clergy or
graduates, and prioritizes academic and spiritual aspects . The goal is to
provide insights and recommendations to help seminarians build better
habits for their studies and future pastoral work.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE
STUDY
• The research aims to identify key
• This study highlights how triggers, assess their impact on
academic and spiritual growth, and
procrastination affects develop interventions to improve
seminarians' mental study and spiritual habits. Findings
health, well-being, and will help seminarians, educators, and
formation directors address
ministry preparation. procrastination, enhancing academic
success, spiritual discipline, and
overall well-being for future ministry.
BENEFICIARIE
S of OSJMS
• Grade 9 to 12 Seminarians
• Formators and Educators
• Counselors and Spiritual Educators
• Religious Institutions
• Future Priests and Religious Leaders
• Mental Health Professionals
• Researchers
DEFINITION OF
TERMS
• Procrastination - The voluntary delay of
tasks despite knowing the negative
consequences, leading to stress and reduced
productivity.
• Seminarians - Students in formation houses
preparing for ministry, balancing academics
and spiritual formation.
• Academic Procrastination - Delaying
academic tasks due to fear of failure, low
motivation, or poor time management.
DEFINITION OF
TERMS
• Spiritual Procrastination - Postponing
spiritual practices, affecting faith
development and ministry readiness.
• Self-Regulation – The ability to control
emotions and behaviors to stay focused on
long-term goals.
• Fear of Failure – Anxiety about not meeting
expectations, leading to procrastination.
DEFINITION OF
• Cycle of Procrastination – A repeated
TERMS
pattern of delaying tasks, facing negative
outcomes, and continuing to
procrastinate.
• Psychological Disorder – Mental health
conditions like anxiety or depression that
may contribute to chronic procrastination.
• Spiritual Growth – The deepening of faith
and relationship with God, which can be
hindered by procrastination.
DEFINITION OF
•
TERMS
Academic Performance - Student
achievement in coursework,
which can suffer due to
procrastination.
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