Recognizing procrastination
The biggest part of defeating procrastination in our lives is simply recognizing it!.
Warning sign #1: Low self-confidence
These procrastinators frequently think: “I’m not good enough. I’m inadequate. I can’t keep up. I have (x) problem that makes me less than a normal person.”
Warning sign #2: Chronic busyness
These procrastinators frequently think: “I’m too busy. My schedule is too full. My affairs are complicated and demanding and I have no choice but to put this off.”
Warning sign #3: Stubbornness and pride
These procrastinators frequently think: “Don’t tell me when to do something, I’ll do it when I’m good and ready. Don’t tell me what’s good for me, I’ve got myself figured out.
Warning sign #4: Manipulation
These procrastinators frequently think: “If I don’t do my part, then you can’t do your part, and I’ll have the power in this relationship.”
Warning sign #5: Coping with pressure/stress
These procrastinators frequently think: “I’m the victim here. No one should have to try and do (x) task while dealing with my situation. I’m stressed and tired and these problems I have are not my fault. I just have to give myself a break.”
Warning sign #6: Habitual procrastination
These procrastinators frequently think: “This is just the way I am … I’ll be better when the adrenaline rush hits. Procrastination is not a problem for me, it’s just who I am.”
Warning sign #7: Distraction
These procrastinators frequently think: “I can still get everything done, I just need to do this first. Oh look at that, I better do that next. You need me to handle something? Sure, I’ll do that first. Oh I forgot about this. I’ll have to take care of this before I can get to that other thing.”
- Exercise:
Do you see these consequences manifesting in your life when you procrastinate?
Which consequences do you feel the effects of most?
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