Combat Procrastination

We can all fall victim to a bout of procrastination from time to time. Generally putting off until later something we consider arduous, tedious or challenging. When this process of avoidance is limiting progress in a project or affecting daily life, you may want to take action. With your eye on the prize you are more likely to avoid procrastination if you employ the following:

FOCUS – Deciding what you want, and when you want it by, will improve your motivation.
PLAN – have a realistic and well timed set of actions to achieve your goals.
WORRY – spending time thinking about the possible downside or consequences will drain your energy. If you consider that only 2% of what we worry about may happen, you can decide not to waste this time. If there are real pitfalls ensure you plan for those events and move on.
FEAR – Use this heightened state of alert in a productive way. Being aware of your back up plan will help you move forward.
TRUST – Be aware of who can help you achieve your goals. Consider your own experience and draw on your strengths and skills used in the past.
DESIRE – Review your goal if you succumb to procrastination. Is it what you truly want? Formulating a strong goal and reminding yourself why you want it will strengthen your resolve. You can find help with this in my free coaching tool.
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