Gretchen Rubin shares insights from her new Audible Original, Get It Done: Complete Your Dream Project, reframing procrastination not as laziness but as a mismatch between strategies and personality. She offers listeners a framework for understanding their tendencies and unlocking the right tools to finally move forward on stalled projects.

Key Takeaways

Procrastination isn’t laziness — often, we’re simply using the wrong approach for our natural tendencies.
Personality matters — knowing your type helps you choose the strategies that will actually stick and motivate you.
Small wins build momentum — breaking projects into manageable steps makes daunting tasks feel achievable.
Self-awareness is a productivity tool — understanding your triggers and habits can help you avoid the guilt cycle of avoidance and self-blame.
The right system brings relief — when your tools match your personality, stalled projects become energizing rather than overwhelming.

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