You know the saying goes “ never put off today what you can do tomorrow”. Well those of us that procrastinate are guilty of constantly depending on tomorrow, thinking that there will be plenty time to get things accomplished. There are plenty of times you probably should be completing a class assignment, work project, or a huge goal on your vision board. But it is easier to get caught up scrolling through social media, and binge watching Insecure. While many of us that procrastinate may get a rush completing something last minute knowing that we will deliver, there can be deeper reasons for procrastination that can actually be holding you back.

 

There is an article that cites the main reasons that people procrastinate: fear of failure, excessive perfectionism, low energy levels, and a lack of focus.  By procrastinating, you could be getting in your own way when it comes to accomplishments. Fear of failure is dangerous and can lead to a lot of “what ifs” is you do not at least try. Being a perfectionist can be a great trait, but just like fear, it can hold you back if you allow it to take over. Maybe you want to start a business, but keep putting it off because you do not feel knowledgeable or business savvy enough to pull it off. One of Oprah’s quotes really resonates with the idea of facing it head on instead of running from it: “The thing you fear most has no power. Your fear of it is what has the power. Facing the truth really will set you free.” In other words, be scared, but do it anyway! Even if you feel like you procrastinate for no other reason than you have no interest in the task or project you have to complete, focus on the end goal. Sometimes it is just a necessary means to an end.

 

Join us this week on this week’s episode as we discuss procrastination, the reasons we do it, why we allow ourselves to suffer for the thrill of being last minute, and what we are doing to at least minimize the likelihood of procrastination.

 

Oh and go see Black Panther!!!