This is a common, but interesting angle on procrastination. eliminating distractions, time boxing and counting are all valuable elements not only to overcoming

This is a common, but interesting angle on procrastination. eliminating distractions, time boxing and counting are all valuable elements not only to overcoming procrastination but also to improving the underlying element, motivation. In the middle of the article above, the author mentions what I think is the root cause of both procrastination and in turn, motivation in general: "Cultivate strong habits and build a routine" I think that habits are the foundation of success. If you develop good habits and work to enforce and refine those habits to meet your goals, you will succeed. This (simplistic) theory is echoed by almost every self-help resource available. Some say associate yourself with those who have good habits, while others think that progressing through a number of repeatable steps is the secret to success. Personally, I think that it's different for everyone, but everyone that I know who truly "gets stuff done" simply has developed good habits professionally, personally and recreationally.