quick ways to overcome procrastination
- Remember this quote: “Procrastination makes easy things hard, hard things harder.” – Mason Cooley.
- Instead of “I want to”, try saying “I choose to”. Focus shifts from ‘pressure’ to ‘interest’. It’s a quick fix to stop procrastination thoughts.
- Mostly, starting a high-volume or high-priority task leads to procrastination due to its heaviness. Start with easy tasks first. But, some people like to do a difficult task first.
- Waiting for the right time to start your work? It means you are procrastinating in away. There is no right time than now. Opening a document to start your work or grabbing your book and deciding what topics to read are simple tasks to begin.
- Start with tasks that you can complete within your ability. It will give you quick wins to continue doing other tasks instead of postponing.
- Fear and anxiety causes procrastination. Overcome them.
- Do tasks for yourself and not for other’s approval. Do your best and leave the rest.
- A quick fix for stopping procrastination is to break starting-trouble. Start somewhere.
- Low-energy leads to lethargy causing you to procrastinate and hit the couch. Have enough rest. Sleep well.
- Stay fit by keeping yourself physically and mentally healthy.
- Don’t start your work after heavy meals. Leathery that comes with heavy meals leads to procrastination.
- Have a To-Do list handy.
- The morning hours are the best. You will be productive. The chances of procrastinating will be very low.
- Self-Compassion is important. Don’t go hard on your procrastination habit.
- When you feel happy, your brain will be triggered to follow a new habit or gain the willpower to do the task. Stay positive, listen to inspirational talks, or read quotes. Make yourself positive and start your work.
- Take some self-time. Understand why you are procrastinating. It helps.