If you struggle with procrastination, open this thread:
1. Remove distractions
The easiest way to get shit done is to remove blockers that stand in your way.
- Mute your phone notifications
- Close open tabs on your PC
- Sit in a quiet place
You'll find it so much easier to concentrate when distractions are gone.
The easiest way to get shit done is to remove blockers that stand in your way.
- Mute your phone notifications
- Close open tabs on your PC
- Sit in a quiet place
You'll find it so much easier to concentrate when distractions are gone.
2. Clear your schedule
If you don't have time to focus, you can't really expect to finish the work you planned to do.
Make time for the task at hand.
That new episode, video game or online shopping spree can wait.
If you don't have time to focus, you can't really expect to finish the work you planned to do.
Make time for the task at hand.
That new episode, video game or online shopping spree can wait.
3. Break big tasks into smaller ones
Starting a big new task can be overwhelming.
The solution? Break it down into smaller tasks.
You'll feel less overwhelmed and the progress you make will motivate you.
Starting a big new task can be overwhelming.
The solution? Break it down into smaller tasks.
You'll feel less overwhelmed and the progress you make will motivate you.
4. Track your progress
Make sure to track each and every task you have, alongside the progress you make.
A few free tools:
- Notion
- Trello
- ClickUp
You'll have much more available headspace when you stop the need to remember everything.
Make sure to track each and every task you have, alongside the progress you make.
A few free tools:
- Notion
- Trello
- ClickUp
You'll have much more available headspace when you stop the need to remember everything.
5. Set reminders
Your phone can be a powerful tool if you use it right.
Set reminders for the tasks you want to complete.
It will help you avoid forgetfulness and the procrastination that follows.
Your phone can be a powerful tool if you use it right.
Set reminders for the tasks you want to complete.
It will help you avoid forgetfulness and the procrastination that follows.
6. Stack small wins
Start your day off with small wins that will keep you motivated.
- Wake up early
- Make your bed
- Do a morning workout
Small wins accumulate to more confidence, and ultimately better performance.
Start your day off with small wins that will keep you motivated.
- Wake up early
- Make your bed
- Do a morning workout
Small wins accumulate to more confidence, and ultimately better performance.
7. Improve your focus
Improving your focus goes a long way to fight procrastination.
A few proven methods:
- Mindfulness meditation
- Getting more sleep
- Aerobic exercise
As your daily habits improve, so does your performance.
Improving your focus goes a long way to fight procrastination.
A few proven methods:
- Mindfulness meditation
- Getting more sleep
- Aerobic exercise
As your daily habits improve, so does your performance.
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