Welcome to Episode 18 of The Brain Changers™. In this episode, we’re tackling a habit we’ve all fallen into - procrastination. But here’s the twist: procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s not a flaw in your personality. It’s actually a stress response. We’re diving into the neuroscience behind why you put things off, why your brain keeps you stuck in the cycle, and, most importantly, how to break free. If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling, cleaning, or doing literally anything but the thing you need to do, this one’s for you.  

We’ll share a simple three-step system that will help you shift from stuck to unstoppable. You’ll learn the secret weapon to stop procrastination in the future, how to uncover the real reason you’re procrastinating (spoiler: it’s not just about the task), and a powerful technique to snap yourself into action immediately.  Plus, we’ll drop a quick language hack that can transform the way you approach your to-do list. 

Ready to stop feeling guilty and start getting things done? Let’s go.  

Topics discussed:

• Why procrastination isn’t laziness
• The brain science behind why we avoid tasks  
• The 3-step system to break free from procrastination  
• The secret weapon that makes you less likely to procrastinate 
• The real reason you’re avoiding that task (hint: it's not what you think)  
• Mel Robbins’ 5-Second Rule for instant action  
• A simple language shift to change your motivation  

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