Breaking the Procrastination Loop: From Avoidance to Action

Are you constantly putting off your dreams with promises of "I'll start Monday" or "when life settles down"? In this compelling episode, host Glenn Azar tackles the truth about procrastination—it's not a time management issue, but an emotional one rooted in fear, overwhelm, and uncertainty. Drawing from his personal experiences transitioning from military life to entrepreneurship, Glenn reveals how procrastination is actually avoidance in disguise and shares how understanding this pattern is the first step to breaking free from it.

This episode dismantles the myth that procrastination equals laziness. Instead, Glenn explores the psychological loop of stress, avoidance, temporary relief, and guilt that keeps us stuck. Through real-world examples, including a mentee who delayed launching a podcast for six months only to later build an audience of thousands, he demonstrates how action—not strategy—is the true antidote to procrastination.

Timestamps and Key Takeaways:

**2:15** - The procrastination loop explained: Why we avoid tasks despite wanting results
**5:30** - Glenn's personal battle with procrastination after leaving the Army
**8:45** - The story of the mentee who transformed procrastination into a successful podcast
**10:20** - Five practical strategies to overcome procrastination:
- Clarity kills procrastination—be specific about tasks
- Start small with five-minute commitments
- Break the perfection loop through action
- Change your environment to trigger focus
- Reward progress, not perfection

**14:10** - The golden rule: Action before feeling—motivation follows movement
**15:30** - Information about the 28-day Habit Builder program

Ready to stop overthinking and start doing? This episode isn't just about understanding procrastination—it's your call to action. Whether you're putting off a business idea, fitness goal, or personal project, Glenn's practical approach will help you take that crucial first step today. Listen now and transform procrastination from your biggest obstacle into your greatest opportunity for growth.

 

 

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