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Normal + Meditation for Procrastinators
Season 2, Ep. 21
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July is what you meant when you promised yourself that this summer you would get back to that project and make some real progress. But it’s sooo hot. Here's a strategy that can help you get started and enter a flow state. Try it as a writing exercise or let April guide you through a meditation. Happy doing!
Resources:
Fiore, Neil. The Now Habit: A Strategic Program for Overcoming Procrastination and Enjoying Guilt-Free Play. https://www.neilfiore.com/now-habit/
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