Stop Procrastinating Today
Stop Procrastinating Today
For some, procrastination is an occasional problem that occurs when you don't want to do a particular job, or you simply feel overwhelmed by the amount of work in front of you. For others, procrastinating becomes a way of life that can lead to stress, anxiety and the physical symptoms that may ensue. In the cases where procrastination becomes a constant, it is possible that there is a psychological reason behind this type of behavior. It might have to do with your upbringing, your need for perfectionism or your lack of confidence in yourself and your abilities. No matter what the reason is behind your tendency to procrastinate, there are ways to overcome this habit and live a calmer, more orderly life.
Focusing on the Task
Sometimes the reason for procrastinating has to do with the task itself. Perhaps the job is a big one - so big that you don't even know where to begin. In a case like this, the first step that you can take to completing such a large project is to break it down into smaller, more manageable steps. This will help to make the project look easier to tackle in your mind, and may motivate you to find a starting point. Make sure that each step you break your project into can be accomplished in a relatively short period of time, so that you will be more likely to schedule that time into your already busy day instead of procrastinating further. It is also a good idea to list the supplies or resources that you will require to finish the step, to prevent running around to collect them at the last minute - as all procrastinators love to do!
Focusing on You
What is keeping you from getting on this particular project? Do you feel that you don't have the information or training necessary to do the job properly? Then perhaps you can solve your procrastinating dilemma by seeking help from an expert in the field who will be able to give you appropriate guidance. Do you have this nagging doubt that you will be able to complete the task to perfection? Here's a secret; no one is perfect, which means that no project is ever completed perfectly. Don't let perfectionism get in the way of accomplishing work and meeting your goals. Sometimes it helps to visualize you completing the job, and thinking about the satisfaction that will result in a job well done. Focus on your goal, and work until you get there. Don't let a procrastinating attitude keep you from making your dreams come true.