The Lazy Genius Podcast #403 - How I Get Stuff Done When I Don’t Feel Like It
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Feb 3, 2025 Dealing with low motivation? You're not alone! Discover ten effective strategies to conquer procrastination and tackle household chores with ease. Explore how a well-organized space can transform your mental well-being and daily flow. Dive into the speaker's journey to create personal systems that make dreaded tasks more manageable. Plus, find out how small, enjoyable activities can spark productivity and inspire personal growth. Get ready for tips that turn reluctance into action!
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Avoid Urgency
- Remember how much you dislike urgency to motivate yourself.
- Do whatever you can to avoid last-minute rushes, even for unpleasant tasks.
Dirty Dishes Analogy
- Kendra uses dirty dishes as an example of how neglecting small tasks disrupts flow and creates urgency.
- She explains how letting dishes pile up leads to a bigger, more overwhelming chore later.
Systems for Hated Tasks
- Create systems for tasks you hate, like laundry or cleaning.
- Kendra emphasizes the importance of systems, even for those who dislike them, drawing parallels to how the same behavior can be motivated by healthy and unhealthy reasons.