Think about the last time you procrastinated and the outcome that came with it. Most likely you were stressing over the issue and finally did the task at the last possible moment. This is assuming it was something that absolutely had to be done such as a task for work. This is the first type of procrastination. The other type of procrastination is one that NEVER gets done because there is no deadline and if it does not happen, there are no immediate consequences. An example of this type is losing weight or tying to exercise every day. If someone wants one of these goals and never gets around to making a plan for it, then they are procrastinating. You probably not get fired over something like this as opposed to if you don't hand something in on time for a client in a company, but you are not going to get the results you want and deserve.
Here are some important things to think about if you want to stop procrastinating that will hopefully make you think twice before you put your tasks off:
1. Get out of the "I'll do it later approach"- What would happen if you decided to do it now? It might only take an hour and then you will not be stressed about it. (Example. Exercising). You will feel much better knowing that it is out of the way and does not have to be done anymore. If it is a long task, then consider breaking it up into several stages. At least start the task!
2. It's not going to get any easier- Chances are if you wait, the task is not going to be any easier, except that you will be pressed for time to do it. If you get it over with, you won't have to worry about it anymore, which brings us to the next step.
3. It will make you feel better- Once we accomplish something; we tend to feel better about it. Take for example a to-do list. If you write a list and everything is checked off, you tend to feel better about yourself because you know it is accomplished and over with.
4. It may not be as hard as you think- Most of the time with procrastination, the task itself is not that difficult, but instead taking action is the main problem. Once you get going with it, it will usually flow much better. For example, let's say you have a proposal or something written that need to be done. If you tell yourself to just start it and spend a short time getting it on paper, this will many times help you out and will lead to you finishing sooner than you thought.
5. No one else is going to do it- In your life you're the only person who is going to do the work for you. No one else is going to go to the gym for you, write that proposal or perform that task for you. People might be able to help you, but YOU are the only one that can actually do it. If you wait a long time to do it, it will still be there and will be a pain to start or finish. So just do it and get it over with!
6. It might save you money- They say the early bird gets the worm. This is true with so many things in life. For example, if you procrastinate paying your bills, there might be a late fee involved. If there is a sale at a store and you wait too long, that will also cost you money. This is true with so many things in life. So don't procrastinate.
With all of this said, go out there and start something you have been meaning to do. It might be making a phone call to someone or starting to form a habit you have been meaning to do for some time. The trick is to make sure you at least start and take action. So, get up from the computer right now and get moving!
Alexander Myles focuses on personal development, time management, goal setting, finances, and much more. All of this information including free resources, tools, and tips can be found at his website. Also to download your Free Workbook and Audio Course, visit http://www.livingtowin.com
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