Procrastination ROI

Visualize when the Panic Monster will strike.

📜 The Origins

Based on Tim Urban's 'Wait But Why' procrastination theory. We track the delicate balance between the Rational Decision Maker and the Instant Gratification Monkey.

🚀 Master the Tool

Input your deadline and your current 'distraction level'. We'll map the growth of the 'Panic Monster' and predict exactly when you'll actually start working.

Procrastination ROI
Calculate exactly when the Panic Monster will arrive to save you.
5/10

1 = Doing laundry, 10 = Thesis defense

7 Days
50%

How long will you define "doing research" as watching YouTube?

21%Panic Level
Chill Mode
Time to Start:

In roughly 3.5 days

"Diamonds are made under pressure." - You, probably.

Pro Tips

01Break big tasks into tiny, non-scary steps.
02The '5-Minute Rule': just do it for 5 minutes, and then you can stop.
03Your future self will thank you for starting now.

The Fine Print (FAQ)