How to Stop Procrastinating: A Simple Guide to Mastering Difficult Tasks and Breaking the Procrastination Habit

by S.J. Scott

My name is Steve “S.J.” Scott. I run the blog Develop Good Habits, and I’m the author of a series of habit-related titles, all of which are available at HabitBooks.com.

8 Reasons Why People Procrastinate

Reason #1: You Are a Perfectionist

Reason #2: You Fear the Unknown

Reason #3: You Promise to Do It “Later”

Reason #4: You Focus on Easy Tasks

Reason #5: You Experience a Lack of Motivation

Reason #6: You Don’t Know How to Get Started

Reason #7: You Often Get Distracted

Reason #8: You Don’t Have Enough Time

Exercise #1: Identify Your Procrastination Reasons

Exercise #2: Write Down All Your Current Commitments

Exercise #3: Focus on Five Core Projects

Exercise #5: Say No to Anything That Doesn’t Match Your Goals

Exercise #6: Plan Your Weekly Schedule