The Art of Accomplishment Overcoming Procrastination (Coaching Session Breakdown)
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Nov 21, 2025 Dive into a candid coaching session unraveling the complex web of procrastination. The hosts discuss how self-narratives and perfectionism can trap high performers. They explore the emotional roots of this freezing behavior and its ties to self-worth and identity. Insightful ideas emerge on overcoming the fear of success versus failure. Plus, practical experiments encourage reframing procrastination into a more playful and enjoyable process. Discover how to break free from self-imposed pressures and reclaim your productivity!
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Procrastination Is A Narrow Identity
- People often call themselves a procrastinator but only avoid a tiny fraction of tasks.
- Reframing the behavior as a small percentage of life reduces stuckness and opens investigation.
Your Story Keeps You Stuck
- The story you tell about being "messed up" sustains the problem more than the behavior.
- Questioning that story is the first step to freeing yourself from the pattern.
Personal Projects Trigger Procrastination
- Procrastination often targets projects that feel personal or self-defining.
- Tasks tied to identity trigger greater avoidance than obligations to others.