

How to Stop Procrastinating (Overcoming Laziness) | Marisa Peer
8 snips Feb 10, 2025
Tackle procrastination by understanding its psychological roots, such as fear of rejection and inadequacy. Discover mindset shifts and affirmations that can help combat these fears. Learn the significance of self-rewarding to reignite motivation. Uncover effective techniques to overcome inaction and unleash your true potential for success. Transform your relationship with achievement and take action!
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Root of Procrastination
- Procrastination stems from a fear of failure and rejection, a primitive fear rooted in our tribal past.
- Rejection used to mean banishment and possible death, making this fear powerful.
Overcoming Rejection
- Understand that the fear of rejection is the underlying cause of procrastination.
- Remind yourself that the only person who can truly reject you is yourself.
Reprogramming Your Mind
- Recognize your mind does what you tell it; convince it you want to achieve your goals.
- Repeat affirmations like "I want this" and "I've chosen to feel great about it" to reprogram your mind.