I’m doing an inventory of things that people can use to reward themselves. Because research has shown that rewards really help. So I though I’d turn it into an exercise. This way you get some support (if you need it) and I get loads of ideas 🙂 Here’s the exercise: Think about three things you procrastinate on. Think about a … Read More
Challenge: can you take five?
What I’m asking of you is at least 5 minutes of your time -for as many days in a row as you dare to promise. What do you seriously procrastinate on? Think of a wish or task that’s always there… That always should be done, but that never gets done. At least not the way it deserves to be done. … Read More
Discover when you procrastinate, and why
Create a procrastination jar (or box, or piggy bank, something that looks nice). Every time you procrastinate, you write down the reason for it as soon as you realise it. Add the time, and the activity you should be working on. Put the piece of paper in the jar. After a week, sit down and look at your notes. Can … Read More
What does procrastination look like?
You know how monsters lurk under the bed, in the dark? And you know how to get rid of them? Right. If you want to beat your procrastination monster, you need to get to know it. Know it really well. What does your procrastination monster look like? Where does it live? How? What does it feed on? What are it’s favourite … Read More