“One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do things you’ve always wanted…. Do it now.!” –Paulo Coehlo
Procrastination is the act of putting off work for no particular reason. It is one of the main barriers blocking you from getting up, making the right decisions and living the dream life you’ve thought of. People regret more the things they haven’t done than the things they have done.
To overcome procrastination:
Step 1: Recognize That You’re Procrastinating
Step 2: Work Out WHY You’re Procrastinating
Step 3: Adopt Anti-Procrastination Strategies
– Forgive yourself for procrastinating in the past
– Commit to the task
– Promise yourself a reward after finishing the task
– Ask someone to check up on you
– Act as you go(finish your work as soon as you receive/get it)
– Rephrase your internal dialog(I need to/have to finish it)
– Minimize distractions
– Aim to complete the work that you find least interesting, first
– Keep a To-Do List
– Prioritize your To-Do List
– Become a master of scheduling and project planning
– Tackle the hardest tasks at your peak times
– Set yourself time-bound goals
– Use task- and time-management apps.
Procrastination is the thief of time, make sure you don’t lose your valuables to it. So, do something today that your future self will Thank you for.!
