Join us for an enlightening episode as we dive into the world of conquering procrastination with renowned author Stephanie Ewing. In this dynamic discussion centered around her book "The Success Habit," Stephanie unveils actionable strategies to break free from procrastination's grip. We explore the spectrum of procrastination, from everyday tasks to life-altering goals, and reveal how understanding its nuances can unlock your productivity potential. Stephanie's insights challenge common misconceptions about procrastination and illuminate how small steps, or "microbursts," can lead to monumental achievements. From defeating the allure of instant gratification to cultivating an empowering morning routine, this episode offers a treasure trove of tactics to kick-start your journey towards success. Don't miss this empowering conversation filled with practical advice, personal anecdotes, and proven techniques to silence procrastination's voice and embrace the success habit. Tune in now to reclaim your time, transform your goals into actions, and pave your way to a more fulfilling and accomplished life.
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The Success Habit: Procrastination Hacks to Create Your Best Life One Microburst at a Time (Optimize Your Life Series)
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0:00 Intro
00:30 About Stephanie Ewing
00:50 dealing with procrastination, how did it all start
01:48 that negative voice in our head
05:43 changing mindsets, pat yourself at the back
08:36 turn that voice to a positive voice
10:41 the Shower Habit, the Sleep Habit and the Success Habit
13:07 activation energy and anxiety, open that email already!
14:51 awareness, how to train you noggin
18:03 help is good, give help and get help
19:25 the procrastination cycle and to do lists
23:27 finding motivation in odd places, get uncomfortable to be comfortable with something else
24:57 baby steps, completing a task needs commitment
28:14 the idea behind microbursts
32:03 managing tasks through time blocking
35:58 giving yourself accountability to get you going
37:41 creating visions and building momentums
42:25 find out your why and use it
46:31 using experiences bad or good as motivators
50:13 maintaining the focus and taking a deep breath
54:21 the importance of self talk, a positive mindset and final thoughts