The Anxious Creative

How to Stop Procrastinating and Get Unstuck


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In this episode, you'll learn:

  • The deceptive nature of procrastination and how it keeps you stuck.
  • The role of self-worth and external validation in fueling procrastination.
  • The importance of setting and enforcing boundaries in personal and professional life.
  • Practical steps to embrace messy, immediate, and imperfect action.
  • How to reframe mistakes as opportunities for growth rather than reflections of self-worth.

✨ Key Takeaway:

Perfectionism and over-planning are just fancy forms of procrastination. The best way to break free is to take messy, imperfect action—because waiting for the "perfect" moment only keeps you stuck.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction: The Sneaky Nature of Procrastination
[01:20] The Allure of Planning and Its Pitfalls
[02:10] The Fear of Criticism and Seeking External Validation
[02:25] Overextending for Clients and the Need for Self-Validation
[03:30] The Victim Mentality in Over-Giving
[04:20] Disassociating Self-Worth from Mistakes
[05:01] The Oxygen Mask Analogy: Self-Care First
[06:07] The Importance of Consistency and Maintenance
[07:11] Identifying the Root Causes of Procrastination
[08:27] Taking Risks and Learning from Mistakes
[09:46] The Value of Making Decisions and Taking Action
[11:04] Enforcing Boundaries and Policies in Business
[12:14] Sharing Personal Mistakes to Build Connection
[13:17] Overcoming Feelings of Unworthiness
[14:30] The Impact of Self-Worth on Client Relationships
[16:05] The Role of Boundaries in Reducing Frustration
[17:01] Taking Immediate Action Despite Fear
[18:07] Addressing the Root Fears Behind Procrastination

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