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I find procrastination is a symptom, not the actual problem. The very root of the problem is that I'm either faced with something I just don't want to do or ca
by Sukotto 15y ago
I find procrastination is a symptom, not the actual problem.
The very root of the problem is that I'm either faced with something I just don't want to do or can see that the NEXT thing is something I really don't want to face.
It usually means I need to do some introspection.
- danso 15y agoYes, this. I have no problem working when I'm excited about the work. If I'm not excited, then it's usually some extra-curricular problem or the work is not the kind of work that inspires me.
- rane 15y agoSometimes you just have to work on less interesting things, there's no way around it.
- Sukotto 15y agoThere's a difference between dealing with a little boredom or muckwork in a project (there's always some of that) and the sort of relentless, day-long, can't do anything procrastination the OP describes. Sure, we all have those little jobs we don't want to do... But if you find you just can't get anything done for days at a time, it means your subconscious is trying to tell you something. You'd be wise to try and figure out what, and take steps to address the underlying problem.
- epo 15y agoThe difference between those who do and those who bemoan not doing is motivation. The Hemingway Trick is a simple way to give yourself the initial motivation. Then again, you might just be lazy.