Beat procrastination in style
Procrastination, or the habit of delaying important tasks, is becoming a common practice today. Distracted by numerous things around us, especially thanks to digital advances, we often tend to defer things that are vital to us. While it is very common, it is also very important to beat procrastination as it stands in your journey to success.
Accept that you are procrastinating
The first step to overcoming your habit of procrastination is to accept that you are procrastinating. Many people completely become defensive when they are told that they might be procrastinating. There is no harm in recognizing your habit and taking a step towards reversing it.
Minimize the distractions
Once you accept that you’re procrastinating, explore the reasons for the same. Identify the distracting elements that are preventing you from instantly working on and completing important things. Once you identify these distractions, try to eliminate them to the maximum possible extent.
Reward yourself
What better way to eliminate a bad habit than positive reinforcement for reversing it. Thus, reward yourself with something nice, either some goodies or some time off, if you do not procrastinate and finish important things in time.
Most importantly, start now. Do not procrastinate fighting procrastination.
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5 年Very true