Procrastination, it's not your fault…
Here's a Procrastination Reflection Practice + Evaluation Checklist.
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Procrastination, it's not your fault…It goes beyond accountability. You're not "Lazy" or necessarily "unmotivated." And beating yourself up over it, isn't going to work.
It's essential to understand what's behind it. Let's talk about where to begin the process of getting clear and how to move forward.
Procrastination is an indicator. Similar to feelings. There's something behind it. Get curious.
If you’re struggling to make a decision, take action, finish a project, or find yourself making excuses, prioritizing something else instead, or avoiding that difficult conversation, consider getting radically honest with yourself.
Procrastination Reflection Practice:
Where is this coming from? What's behind this procrastination at this time?
It's not always about motivation.
In my experience and working with clients, I've noticed it's beyond the motivation. Clients often tell me that they're procrastinating on something they want to do, know they need to do, or want to get accomplished. It's not about being “Lazy.”
Procrastination can lead to feelings of overwhelm, stress, anxiety, and misalignment.
The mind keeps looping because there's no action. It's exhausting.
Getting out of these mind-looping thoughts is key.
I'll guide my client through the curiosity path to get clear on what's behind the procrastination. Then, we can review what makes the most sense for this client.
One of the ways I love supporting my clients is by strategizing and creating a specific action checklist tailored to their needs at that moment.
Here's one that I created for one of my coaching clients during a session.
Procrastination Evaluation Checklist:
1- Have I considered all the options?
2- Am I ready to make a decision?
3- What makes the most sense, in terms, of time, energy, and resources?
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If you decide to practice this “Procrastination Reflection," I’d love to hear how it’s going for you! Come back and share, either in the comments or DM me.
Sarina is working on a memoir about recovery through running, repeated heartbreak, and healing the trauma. She is developing one of her stories as a TV project from her memoir-in-progress.
Sarina is a Leadership + Mindset Coach, HR Consultant + Strategist, Storyteller, and Recovering Perfectionist. She teaches and coaches her clients on how to Step up, Speak up, and Stand up.
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