Stop Procrastinating Now

This week, we emphasize that procrastination is a common experience and should not be a source of guilt or self-judgment. Procrastination can cause anxiety, limit opportunities, and negatively affect relationships. To combat procrastination, I suggest doing the hard thing first, rewarding oneself for progress, holding oneself accountable, taking breaks, removing distractions, and taking action. I also address a listener's question about feeling overwhelmed by household chores and offer advice on establishing routines and involving children in chores.Takeaways* Procrastination is a common experience and should not be a source of guilt or self-judgment.* Procrastination can cause anxiety, limit opportunities, and negatively affect relationships.* To combat procrastination, do the hard thing first, reward yourself for progress, hold yourself accountable, take breaks, remove distractions, and take action.* Establishing routines and involving children in household chores can help alleviate feelings of overwhelm. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe