{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5b746c3f6ffab66a4f52c5e0/5d2f64b5f9a1304b11fef336?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#54) Learn How to Stop Procrastinating | Get More Done","description":"<p>Today, we are going to punch procrastination in the face and get more stuff done. </p><p><br></p><p>Why would you want to listen to this episode? </p><p><br></p><ul><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">You need to get some big projects done.&nbsp;</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">You’re just getting started on making some behavior changes in your life - or changes in your routine.&nbsp;</li><li class=\"ql-indent-1\">You need to confront your fears about communicating something (e.g. ask for a promotion).</li></ul><p><br></p><p>What I am about to discuss with you today has come from many other authors and experts who have helped me in my journey.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><u>Setting the Context</u></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Why do we procrastinate? Newton’s First Law of Motion and the perfectionist standard.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><u>Four Things We Can Do to Stop Procrastinating:</u></p><p><br></p><ol><li><strong>Focus</strong>. In <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/How-Memory-Works-Make-Work/dp/1462520375\" target=\"_blank\">How Memory Works</a>, memory expert Robert Madigan discusses the principle of how we can pay better attention. And since attention is directly related to our productivity, I thought this was a perfect example. Start with asking yourself why you’re procrastinating. Also, knowing why you are doing the task will keep your energy high. (What is possible if I achieve my goal? Why do I want this?)</li><li><strong>The principle of “Just One Step.”</strong> Just focus on taking the first step. Decide for yourself if it’s going to be the hardest or easiest step. </li><li><strong>Chunking</strong> aka the Chris method. I’ve heard this from coaches online and published authors who have a tough time writing content. (Yes - even they get writing blocks).&nbsp;Let your drafts be drafty. Let your work be crappy at first. Then revise, revise, revise.</li><li><strong>Accountability</strong>. You want to find a way to make sure you actually get this done and do it according to a deadline? Get someone else involved.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><u>Resources Mentioned in the Show:</u></p><ul><li>Do the first three steps mentioned in this episode, and then email us at projects@letseatgrandma.com. We will be your accountability partner --and check up on your progress!</li><li><a href=\"https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/experts/ellen-hendriksen-phd\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Read the Psychology Today article by Ellen Hendriksen, Ph.D.</strong></a> She discusses how to beat procrastination and the perfectionist standard in this episode.</li><li>Learn more about focus and improving memory in Robert Madigan's <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/How-Memory-Works-Make-Work/dp/1462520375\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>How Memory Works -- And How to Make it Work for You.</strong></a></li></ul>","author_name":"Let's Eat, Grandma Resume Services"}