This is a subject that's really hard to teach people. There are so many videos, articles and even reports on how to stop procrastination but in reality, the hardest part of ending procrastination is actually starting whatever you're procrastinating on. Once you start it the rest will fall through and it will be really easy. Now I bet you're wondering, how do you actually force yourself to start working. Well, it's hard to tell you how you can do it because everyone is different but one way I've found that works every single time is the 1-2-3 method. Basically, this method states that if you want to do something just count in your head 1...2….3! Then do whatever you planned on doing. This takes practice because at the start you'll just say it in your head but just kinda sit there once you hit 3. So what I've found that really helps is to start out using this method on incredibly simple things. For instance: "I will make my bed in 3-2-1 then do it!" or "I will go downstairs and get something to eat in 3-2-1 then do it!" I started out by doing really simple stuff so I could train my brain to know that the second I count on 1 it means to actually start doing whatever I planned on doing. I've been using the 3-2-1 method for about 2 months and it's very effective for me. Now I'm able to really do whatever I'm procrastinating on by just counting from 3 to 1. If you're planning on implying this method just remember to start out simple! It's essential to start out simple so you're able to train your brain to obey your signals every time. Trust me it gets easier.
If that fails to work or it isn't your cup of tea, try out the Pomodoro method. The Pomodoro is a method which was created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1900s, which involves using a timer that's set to 20-25 minutes (preferably 25 minutes) to complete tasks. Basically here's how you do it:
- Find 1 task that needs to be completed.
- Set a timer for 25 minutes.
- Work on only that 1 task for that 25 minutes.
- After the timer is up, take a 2-5 minute break. then continue again.
Basically, this method is good if you want to actually force yourself to start a task, once you start it the whole thing should be a breeze. I used to use this app called Tomighty. Which is a really nice application to have. I stopped using the Pomodoro technique though because I've found the 3-2-1 method a lot more efficient! I hope these methods help you in your journey in becoming the better you! :)
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