That’s awesome, Jonathan! Excited for your book—such an important topic! 📖🔥
I totally agree. Although I still struggle with procrastination from time to time, becoming more aware of what triggers it has been the biggest shift for me in learning how to deal with it. I, too, used to get stuck in negative emotions around certain tasks, but now that I recognize them as the root of my procrastination, I can actively work on letting go. It’s still a struggle, but at least it’s a conscious effort rather than just mindless avoidance. Shifting my focus to what I can do in the moment instead of dwelling on uncertainty and fear has made a big difference.
I completely agree—it’s definitely a skill that needs to be developed, like training a muscle. For me, reframing my thoughts makes a big difference. Instead of giving in to the “I don’t want to do this” mindset or waiting for motivation, I tell myself, “Let me just start.” Once I begin, I often find myself hyper-focused for hours.
Thank you for sharing, Bette! I love that approach—sometimes, just starting is the hardest part, but once we push past that initial resistance, focus and momentum naturally follow. 😊
Love this and appreciate the vulnerability you had in writing it, Frey. Also greatly appreciate your critical thinking to scientifically examine why you were procrastinating. Excellent article!
Thank you so much, Mack! That really means a lot. I’ve been trying to balance self-awareness with a more analytical approach, so I’m glad it resonated. Appreciate you taking the time to read it! 😊
Thank you! I’m so glad the message resonated with you. Self-compassion really is such a powerful tool—it helps us work with ourselves instead of against. Appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts
This is really interesting! The way you break down procrastination and self-kindness makes so much sense.
I’m actually writing a book on this and working with my publisher to wrap it up soon.
What’s been the biggest mindset shift that helped you personally overcome procrastination? 🤔🔥
That’s awesome, Jonathan! Excited for your book—such an important topic! 📖🔥
I totally agree. Although I still struggle with procrastination from time to time, becoming more aware of what triggers it has been the biggest shift for me in learning how to deal with it. I, too, used to get stuck in negative emotions around certain tasks, but now that I recognize them as the root of my procrastination, I can actively work on letting go. It’s still a struggle, but at least it’s a conscious effort rather than just mindless avoidance. Shifting my focus to what I can do in the moment instead of dwelling on uncertainty and fear has made a big difference.
I completely agree—it’s definitely a skill that needs to be developed, like training a muscle. For me, reframing my thoughts makes a big difference. Instead of giving in to the “I don’t want to do this” mindset or waiting for motivation, I tell myself, “Let me just start.” Once I begin, I often find myself hyper-focused for hours.
Thank you for sharing, Bette! I love that approach—sometimes, just starting is the hardest part, but once we push past that initial resistance, focus and momentum naturally follow. 😊
Love this and appreciate the vulnerability you had in writing it, Frey. Also greatly appreciate your critical thinking to scientifically examine why you were procrastinating. Excellent article!
Thank you so much, Mack! That really means a lot. I’ve been trying to balance self-awareness with a more analytical approach, so I’m glad it resonated. Appreciate you taking the time to read it! 😊
Hi Frey, hope you are having a good week. I always make time and drop everything to read your Substack ☺️
Great read!
Refreshing to see another writer not embracing the “hustle” culture and actually getting to the root Solution to procrastination: self compassion
Thank you! I’m so glad the message resonated with you. Self-compassion really is such a powerful tool—it helps us work with ourselves instead of against. Appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts