Procrastination is our enemy
First of all, we need to eradicate everything that fuels our procrastination, as if it were the worst thing that can destroy our inner self-esteem and jeopardize self-love and improvement in achieving our future reality — our premium reality.
We can start from the beginning, with a simple question (asking questions is brilliant, by the way):
What is the main root of holding things off?
More precisely: Why do people delay incorporating new habits, making decisions, changing their routines, trying new things, or taking on challenges?
The perpetrator behind all these crimes is… our mind! Even if that sounds shocking, I can easily prove it’s true. Which means it’s time to stop blaming others for our situation and finally take life into our own hands.
The Lazy Brain
The human brain is lazy by nature. It wants straightforward information that an action is absolutely necessary; otherwise, it sees no reason to proceed. In other words, we need motivation!
Let’s imagine you need to study for a test, but the material is difficult and unclear. Your brain can’t process it easily, so it starts looking for excuses: vacuuming, planting carrots in the garden, mowing the lawn, doing the dishes. Suddenly, everything that once felt like a chore now feels like a blessing — an excuse to escape the task your brain perceives as painful and overwhelming.
Why? Because the end result is uncertain, and the workload seems endless. And the brain doesn’t like that at all.
Fear of failure
Another reason we procrastinate is fear of failure.
Who hasn’t experienced story similar to Jane’s?
Jane is a university student with a big research paper due in three weeks. It counts for 40% of her grade. She keeps thinking: “What if my paper isn’t good enough? What if I misunderstand the topic and the professor thinks I’m incompetent?”
Because of this fear, Jane tells herself she’ll start tomorrow, when she feels more ready. Instead, she tidies her room, scrolls social media, and does smaller, less important tasks. Days pass, and the closer the deadline gets, the more anxious she feels—which makes it even harder to start.
Jane’s procrastination isn’t laziness—it’s avoidance. Fear of failure makes her delay the task, because avoiding it temporarily relieves her anxiety. And we see similar stories everywhere: in work, social media, and business.
Life is a game, isn’t it 😃
The Anxiety of Uncertainty
Uncertainty also feeds procrastination. The brain wants to keep us in our current state, because novelty feels unpredictable and unsafe. We don’t know what hides around the corner, and instinctively we imagine it’s too complex and too difficult.
Take this metaphor: a hiker sees two familiar trails and one overgrown path. The unknown path might lead somewhere wonderful—or somewhere dangerous. The hiker chooses the safe, known trail, even if it takes him in circles.
Or Sophie’s story: she’s been wanting to join a gym. She knows it would be good for her health, but when she looks at the membership page, her chest tightens. Her thoughts spiral: “What if I don’t know how to use the equipment? What if everyone stares at me? What if I can’t keep up and look foolish?”
By the way, these questions we’re so used to asking ourselves often carry a truth: nobody cares.
Not even a three-legged dog would give you a glance
The same story can be told about investing in a new field, applying for a new position, or even switching your phone provider.
Avoiding Responsibility
People also procrastinate to avoid responsibility. We like to complain, but it’s not as if people don’t know what to do to break the cycle. They know the advantages and disadvantages of their choices. But many put themselves in a victim role because it’s easier than facing challenges and moving toward growth.
This is where haters are born: diminishing the success of others, or attributing it to luck or wealthy parents. Sure, you can’t choose where you were born — but you definitely can choose whether you die poor or wealthy, whether you stay stuck — or rise.
We are so close !
Types of Procrastinators
Procrastination shows up in different types. Which one sounds like you?
The Manager – fills the day with tasks to stay busy while avoiding the real one.
The Self-Depreciator – convinces themselves they’re lazy and powerless.
The New Enthusiast – loves starting new things but rarely finishes them.
The Performer – waits until the deadline because pressure makes them better.
As you can see, procrastination is complex—but that also makes it fun and challenging to overcome! Check the video below
Now it’s time to list some of the most powerful methods to overcome procrastination.
Escaping the Comfort Zone
Our nervous system is hardwired for comfort, while our identity—what truly makes us who we are—is wired for progress. Our potential always lies outside the comfort zone. That’s why embracing discomfort is key: don’t let frustration keep you trapped in the vicious circle of mediocrity.
Following Dr. Andrew Huberman’s guidance, one solution is to trick your brain. If you need to study and it feels unbearable, compare it to something personally even worse—like repairing a car engine, assembling IKEA furniture, paying bills, or making a doctor’s appointment. Suddenly, studying feels simple, even enjoyable by comparison.
Other tricks? Reset your state with a cold shower, a workout, or something bold (bungee jumping, anyone? 😉).
Personally, my favorite hack is telling myself: “I don’t need to do anything today. I can procrastinate as much as I want.” Strangely enough, once I remove the pressure, I actually feel like starting. The brain doesn’t like musts—it likes freedom.
Boredom as a Secret Weapon
Boredom can also be a powerful ally against procrastination. It may be hard to face boredom in today’s hyper-stimulated world, but for some of us, it works wonders.
Think back to the Covid lockdowns, when people were forced to stay at home. Out of boredom, ventures were launched, businesses grew, apartments were renovated, and long-standing issues were finally solved. Make your brain so bored that it has to do something—at that point, your long-procrastinated task suddenly becomes the most appealing option.
Start Small, Really Small
What if we began as small as possible? Every step should feel so doable that completing it is inevitable—and with it comes a wave of satisfaction.
Imagine you’re a writer aiming to create a masterpiece. The bar is set high, which feels intimidating. Instead, start with the tiniest possible step: open your laptop. Next, write a single sentence. If that feels like too much, write just one word and see what happens. The magic often begins there.
The Bigger Picture
Procrastination is not a sign of weakness—it’s simply how the brain works: always seeking comfort, always resisting the unknown. But once you recognize the patterns—fear, uncertainty, avoidance—you can outsmart them.
Remember: all the energy you’ve already put into anything still exists. It’s quietly building your future, even if you can’t see the results yet.
So,…. start before you feel ready 👌
You don’t need to know everything from the beginning; knowledge comes with time.
Make one useful action every single day. It matters because action creates clarity. Embrace the temporary discomfort 🙌
Ask yourself: What one small step can I take today to move in the right direction?