Today, we’re discussing something that I and countless others have struggled with: procrastination. What we often don't realise is that procrastination isn't simply about a lack of motivation—it’s about our subconscious mind protecting us from what it perceives as danger.This video offers a different perspective on procrastination, helping you understand and unravel the underlying narratives that lead to avoidance behaviours. Procrastination isn't just a time management issue; it's a symptom of something deeper.Throughout this discussion, you will learn about two main reasons why we soothe ourselves during times of procrastination. One reason could be that we are addicted to the comfortable and familiar. Another, and more importantly, the reason may stem from a subconscious fear of catastrophic outcomes associated with the task at hand. Our past experiences often shape our present fears and lead us to adopt avoidance tactics.We explore the idea that our imagination is far more powerful than our willpower. When vivid narratives about potential failures or negative outcomes play out in our minds, they can inhibit our ability to take action, no matter how much we desire to pursue the task.So, how do we tackle procrastination? It starts by questioning the fears driving our avoidance behaviours. We look at ways to trace these fears back to their origins and assess whether they remain valid today. By continually questioning these fears, we can see errors in our thinking and adopt different behaviours.Ultimately, overcoming procrastination isn't about finding the perfect productivity hack or time management technique. It's about embarking on an introspective journey, understanding our fears, and learning to confront them.This video provides strategies and tools to help you recognise, understand, and overcome the subconscious narratives that drive your procrastination behaviours. By understanding the 'why' behind your actions, you'll be better equipped to move away from avoidance strategies towards fulfilling your goals.Remember, overcoming procrastination is a journey that starts with awareness. Let's take this step together!

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00:00 Introduction

01:07 Procrastination as an avoidance strategy

03:21 The catastrophe behind the need to avoid. Imagination always beats willpower

04:27 Protective habits as learned experiences. Pattern matching.

07:48 What to do about it: leverage (stick)

08:39 What to do about it: gleaming goal (carrot). Chunking down.

09:45 What to do about it: Find the feeling in your body.

10:21 What to do about it: Change your physiology

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