Let's be honest – we've all been there. That PHd dissertation gathering dust, the tough conversation you're avoiding, or the launch materials sitting in your drafts folder. In today's episode, I'm diving deep into procrastination – not as a time management issue, but as what it truly is: a complex emotional response tied to our fears, identity, and self-worth. I even share my own biggest procrastination story from 20 years ago that still makes me cringe! Whether you're a coach helping clients break free from procrastination or struggling with it yourself, this episode offers compassionate insights and practical strategies.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why procrastination isn't laziness – and the surprising research showing procrastinators are actually over-motivated

• The fascinating Self-Worth Theory that explains why we procrastinate to protect ourselves

• Four distinct procrastinator types (Perfectionist, Dreamer, Avoider, Pleaser/Rebel) and specific coaching approaches for each

• How to distinguish between fear-based avoidance and productive "creative waiting"

• Practical techniques to move from stuck to empowered, both for yourself and your clients

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Resources I mentioned in the episode:

 

The Navigating Client Resistance Training

 

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