We all procrastinate but what do you tend to put off the most?
- Starting new
projects
- Making tough decisions
- Clearing small tasks
- Finishing what you begin
Procrastination might look like a time problem but it’s not always about time, it’s more often about resistance:
- Fear of
failing
- Pressure to be perfect
- Overthinking the first step
The problem is that every time you put something offf, there's a hidden cost:
- Deadlines feel more stressful
- Your mental energy drains
faster
- Stress builds up
- Opportunities get missed
And every time it happens, the guilt builds up and you kick yourself for doing it.
Why Starting Matters
The best way to reduce procrastination isn’t waiting for your motivation to kick in or for the “perfect” moment to appear, it’s actually doing 'something'. Start with ...
- Understanding your roadblocks
- Taking one small step
- Action creates momentum
- Momentum builds progress.
Starting doesn’t have to be big and bold. It can be small and messy.
When you make a start and take action, even a small step breaks the resistance. The task that felt overwhelming or daunting starts to look more
manageable, and once you've started, it's easier to create the momentum you need to keep going.
Do Something Practical
Instead of putting off one more thing this week, come and join me later today and find practical ways to overcome the resistance, stop putting it off and actually move forward.
Don't put if off any longer - join me at 2pm (UK) today and start making progress.
