Uniquely You with Destiny Pickens
#109: The Real Reason You are Procrastinating and What to do About It
Today we're tackling a topic that plagues so many of us - procrastination. We've all been there, putting things off until the last minute, letting tasks pile up, and then feeling stressed and overwhelmed. But do you know the real root cause behind why You procrastinate?
In todays episode we will dive into that plus Destiny shares some practical tips for overcoming this productivity-killing habit once and for all.
Procrastination is often rooted in deeper fears, such as the fear of failure, fear of not being good enough, or even fear of success. When we avoid a task, we don't have to face those fears head-on. Procrastination gives us a false sense of security and control.
To overcome procrastination, we need to:
- Identify the root fear causing the procrastination
Ask yourself: "What am I afraid of regarding this task or goal?" Journal about your thoughts and analyze if they hold any truth or align with your values and vision.
- Pray and give that fear over to God
Fear is a natural human emotion, but it should not be the driving force behind our decisions and actions.
- Break the task down into manageable steps
Visualize the task as a staircase, and focus on taking one step at a time.
- Confront your fears with resilience and determination
Recognize that the potential rewards of facing challenges outweigh the temporary discomfort.
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Today we're tackling a topic that plagues so many of us - procrastination. We've all been there, putting things off until the last minute, letting tasks pile up, and then feeling stressed and overwhelmed. But do you know the real root cause behind why You procrastinate?
In todays episode we will dive into that plus Destiny shares some practical tips for overcoming this productivity-killing habit once and for all.
Procrastination is often rooted in deeper fears, such as the fear of failure, fear of not being good enough, or even fear of success. When we avoid a task, we don't have to face those fears head-on. Procrastination gives us a false sense of security and control.
To overcome procrastination, we need to:
- Identify the root fear causing the procrastination
Ask yourself: "What am I afraid of regarding this task or goal?" Journal about your thoughts and analyze if they hold any truth or align with your values and vision.
- Pray and give that fear over to God
Fear is a natural human emotion, but it should not be the driving force behind our decisions and actions.
- Break the task down into manageable steps
Visualize the task as a staircase, and focus on taking one step at a time.
- Confront your fears with resilience and determination
Recognize that the potential rewards of facing challenges outweigh the temporary discomfort.
Connect with Destiny on Instagram