The Depressing Reality of Procrastination (...Sorry It's Late)

Send us Fan MailAbout 20% of the population are self-proclaimed procrastinators. Procrastination and depression go hand-in-hand. Find out why and learn ways to weaken the link between them. LOVING NOTE: The things that we love tell us who we are.*********** 10 STEPS TO OVERCOME PROCRASTINATION **********1) Create a list and prioritize it2) Schedule tasks allowing extra time for mishaps3) Push through and get started           - Use the Nike mindset:  "Just do it"           - Use the 5-second rule4) Be aware of the Zierganick effect: once started, your brain remains focused on a task until it is completed, even if you stop 5) Do the hard stuff first: Eat the live frog6) Create the right environment and remove distractions7) Be aware of when you start to stray and get back on track8) Reduce anxiety:                - Practice controlled breathing                - Use the 5-sense grounding technique               - Change your expectation: Perfect does not exist                - Remember previous successes                - Try a smaller task                - Ask for help9)  Plan a reward for when you are done10)  Cross it off your list********** CONGRATULATIONS! YOU DID IT **********Support the show