Hack Procrastination: 3 Weirdly Simple Steps
A program to overcome procrastination by understanding the underlying fear and using simple techniques.
Program Modules
Understanding Procrastination
Recognize procrastination as fear, not laziness. Learn about the psychology behind it.
Identify Your Fear
DailyPinpoint the fear driving your procrastination. What feels scary about the task? Use the fear ladder.
“Procrastination isn't a personality flaw, it's your brain screaming 'This feels too scary.'”
The Science of Procrastination
DailyA brief article explaining the neurological basis of procrastination.
2-Minute Spark Rule
Start any task, even boring ones, for just 2 minutes. This leverages behavioral activation.
2-Minute Start
DailyPick one task you've been avoiding and work on it for only 2 minutes. Set a timer!
Share your Progress
WeeklyDiscuss your progress with a friend or in the community.
Dopamine Bridge Trick
Make tasks more enjoyable by associating them with something you love. Gify anything! Leverage associative learning.
Gify the Task
DailyFind a GIF that represents the reward or feeling you'll get from completing the task. Make it visual!
Rewire Your Fear Habit
Change your automatic response to fear by focusing on small wins, not willpower. This builds new neural pathways.
Celebrate Small Wins
DailyAcknowledge and celebrate every small step you take towards completing the task. Pat yourself on the back!
Procrastination Checklist
A final checklist to crush procrastination for good! Remember, this is a journey, not a destination.
Procrastination Checklist
WeeklyA final checklist to crush procrastination for good! Remember, this is a journey, not a destination.
What You'll Accomplish
- Understand the root cause of procrastination as fear.
- Apply the 2-minute rule to initiate tasks and overcome inertia.
- Use dopamine association to increase motivation and make tasks more enjoyable.
- Rewire the fear response by focusing on small wins and celebrating progress.
- Learn to crush procrastination for good with a practical checklist.
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