40 Hilarious Procrastination Memes for the Human Embodiment of ‘I’ll Do It Later’
We all know that one coworker—yeah, the “I’ll circle back on that” champion who’s basically in a committed relationship with their Outlook inbox. They’ve got 37 tabs open, none of them useful, and if procrastination paid well, they’d be your boss by now.
Let’s face it, some people don’t work under pressure—they work only when the deadline has already filed a missing persons report. From “just five more minutes” to suddenly needing to deep-clean their keyboard, these masters of delay deserve their own sitcom (or at least a TED Talk titled How to Look Busy 101).
And don’t even think about judging—Grumpy Shark™ sees you “taking a quick break” for the fourth time this hour. But hey, you’re in good company.
So go ahead—put off whatever you were supposed to be doing and scroll through these 40 painfully relatable procrastination memes. It’s not wasting time if you’re laughing, right?
🦈 “I’ll bite… later.”
#1
Source: TheOddIsOut.tumblr.com
#2
Source: Imgur
#3
Source: 9gag
#4
Source: 9gag
#5
Source: Memebase
Procrastination isn’t just a bad habit—it’s a lifestyle. These memes perfectly capture the creative lengths humans go to avoid the inevitable “do it now” moment. Whether it’s deep cleaning your room for the third time or scrolling endlessly through unrelated memes, the delay is real.
We, Grumpy Sharks, totally relate to this emotional rollercoaster. There’s a strange pride in delaying what needs to be done, even as anxiety builds. These memes turn that guilt into shared laughter, reminding us that procrastinators aren’t lazy—they’re just very, very dedicated to doing everything except what they should.
#6
Source: 9gag
#7
Source: Me.me
#8
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#9
Source: 9gag
#10
Source: HigherEd.me
Procrastination is a master of disguise, often hiding behind promises like “I’ll start tomorrow” or “Just one more episode.” These memes perfectly capture that loop where motivation briefly shows up, only to vanish faster than your willpower at 2 a.m.
Grumpy Sharks team knows the pain of that slippery slope. The to-do list grows, deadlines loom, and you’re stuck in the in-between—neither starting nor completely checked out. These memes make the cycle feel less isolating and more like a universal human experience worth laughing about.
#11
Source: 9gag
#12
Source: Meme Guy
#13
Source: 9gag
#14
Source: 9gag
#15
Source: Pagez
Every procrastinator has an arsenal of excuses ready to deploy. “I work better under pressure,” “I needed a break,” or the classic, “I just wasn’t feeling it today.” These memes perfectly capture how we rationalize putting off work while secretly knowing we’re just delaying the inevitable.
We, Grumpy Sharks, love how these memes turn our collective guilt into comedy gold. Procrastination isn’t just about avoiding tasks—it’s about the elaborate stories we tell ourselves to feel better. And sometimes, laughing at those excuses is the only way to get through the day.
#16
Source: 9gag
#17
Source: www.keepcalm-o-matic.co.uk
#18
Source: Someecards
#19
Source: 9gag
#20
Source: Someecards
There’s nothing like a looming deadline to turn even the most dedicated procrastinator into a panicked mess. These memes perfectly nail that moment when anxiety hits, caffeine becomes a lifeline, and suddenly “I’ll do it later” turns into an all-nighter.
We, Grumpy Sharks, know that feeling all too well. The adrenaline rush mixed with regret creates a bizarre kind of motivation. These memes capture the chaos and humor of that last-minute scramble, reminding us that sometimes procrastination isn’t about laziness—it’s about managing panic in style.
#21
Source: Someecards
#22
Source: 9gag
#23
Source: 9gag
#24
Source: 9gag
#25
Source: 9gag
Procrastination thrives on distractions, and these memes perfectly showcase the ridiculous ways we avoid work. Whether it’s suddenly needing to organize your entire playlist or scrolling social media for hours, the task you should be doing gets put on the back burner—again.
We, Grumpy Sharks, understand how every little distraction feels like an urgent priority when you’re avoiding real work. These memes turn those absurd procrastination habits into a shared joke, proving that everyone’s struggle with focus is just part of the human experience.
#26
Source: 9gag
#27
Source: 9gag
#28
Source: 9gag
#29
Source: 9gag
#30
Source: 9gag
Sometimes procrastination masquerades as self-care—because hey, taking a break is important, right? These memes perfectly capture how the line between relaxing and outright avoidance gets blurrier by the day, especially when your “five-minute break” turns into an hour-long nap.
Grumpy Sharks team knows this dance all too well. We tell ourselves it’s just a moment to recharge, but deep down, we know it’s procrastination wrapped in a cozy blanket. These memes make that truth funny and real, reminding us that sometimes, the hardest part is just getting started.
#31
Source: 9gag
#32
Source: 9gag
#33
Source: 9gag
#34
Source: 9gag
#35
Source: 9gag
Procrastination comes with a side of guilt that’s almost as exhausting as the work itself. These memes perfectly capture the constant internal dialogue of “I should be doing this” mixed with “Maybe later” and “Ugh, why bother?” The mental tug-of-war is real.
We, Grumpy Sharks, get how that guilt can weigh heavy but also fuel procrastination itself. These memes turn that cycle into something we can laugh at—because sometimes, the only way to handle the stress is to meme your way through it. It’s not victory, but it’s a start.
#36
Source: 9gag
#37
Source: 9gag
#38
Source: 9gag
#39
Source: 9gag
#40
Source: 9gag
At some point, procrastination evolves beyond just putting things off—it becomes a performance art. A delicate dance of looking incredibly busy while doing absolutely nothing productive. We’ve all been there. Tabs open like we’re conducting serious research, typing away like we’re drafting the next great novel—when in reality, we’re mentally ranking our favorite snacks or deciding if we deserve a nap for all our “hard work.”
These memes capture that struggle with eerie accuracy. They shine a light on the universal experience of acting productive while accomplishing, well… nothing. And if you’re part of the Grumpy Sharks team, you know exactly what we’re talking about. Sometimes, surviving the day means looking like you’re deep in the grind while secretly planning your weekend, your dinner, or just your next bathroom break.
Whether it’s the art of dodging emails, sitting in a Zoom call while mentally checking out, or mastering the blank-stare-at-the-screen technique, we all share this unspoken skill. And the best part? These memes don’t shame it—they celebrate it.
Because if procrastination were an Olympic sport, we’d be the reigning champions. No one fakes productivity better than us—and honestly, we kind of take pride in that. So here’s to the memes that get us, the moments that distract us, and the quiet comfort of knowing we’re not alone in this daily hustle of glorious avoidance.
Now excuse us while we go reorganize our desktop folders instead of answering that one important email. You know, for productivity.
