You’ve been putting off the research for your work project only to find yourself watching the Director’s Cut, Extended Edition of all 3 Lord of the Rings films (with 93 extra seconds of previously unseen footage). The bathroom looks as if it’s been the breeding ground for a horde of Gremlins for the past month …
How to tell if you are procrastinating or just lazy! Read More »
Generally, procrastination is considered a dirty word in the world of self-improvement. It is sometimes used as a synonym for laziness and more often an excuse to beat yourself up. Nothing beats self-flagellation like…erm… well, self flagellation! Whether you take it as a sign that you are fearful, you’re incompetent or going to be judged, …
How to benefit from the positive aspects of procrastination Read More »
Chronic procrastination can be debilitating. Whether it be putting off difficult tasks or missing out on fantastic opportunities, procrastination affects nearly everyone at some point in their lives. But knowing why we procrastinate can be one simple step towards overcoming this pernicious obstacle in our path towards living our best lives. There are many different …
The cause of procrastination that’s leaving you helpless: fear! Read More »
Sometimes we find ourselves stuck, struggling with our ever-growing to-do list. We know that we should get started on the tax forms, on redecorating the kitchen or tackling an overgrown garden: tasks which can seem so overwhelming. At this time, it can appear much more enticing to set our sights on lower, hanging fruits that …
You know the feeling. That essay is due in at the end of the month. You’ve got to get the weekly trading figures to Jenna for her presentation by Friday. You’re kitchen sink is overflowing with dirty cups and crockery and if you don’t get washing, you’ll be left eating your cereal with chopsticks. Yet …
You’ve got your list of interests or a massive to-do list that seems to go on for ever. You have a sense of the direction you want to go in, but… what to start with? What tasks should you make a priority and put at the top of your to-do list? It can be overwhelming …
How to prioritise tasks to reach your goals quickly Read More »
Starting on a goal can be daunting. You might be so exhausted after work every evening that all you want to do is slump in front of the TV or head to bed early. You may be feeling lethargic and unmotivated, struggling to rouse that spirit of ‘get up and go’. In this state, it …
So you’ve decided that you want to be fitter, richer, or more zen? You’ve made a commitment to learn Polish, basket weaving, coding or fish whispering. Whatever it is, we also need to make a time commmitment otherwise your goal is only a wish! However, that doesn’t happen by accident. The time gods don’t just …
Humans are little balls of contradictory fluff. We know what is good for us, yet we often do the exact opposite. We know we need to eat healthily, but our willpower buckles at the mere sight of a chocolate éclair. We know we need to exercise regularly, yet we put off going to the Power …
Making better decisions: use the domino technique Read More »
By Dr Steve Peters Pub Vermillion Publishing This self-help classic, first published way back in 2012, has sold well over a million copies and graces the shelves of the newest self-help junkies and hails itself as “The mind management programme for confidence, success and happiness”. Personally, I don’t see this as a programme – it …