Let me get real with you for a second! What you’re about to learn is single-handedly the absolute best and coincidentally simplest way to stop procrastination.
Get ready to say goodbye putting things off, and learn how to stop procrastination in its track.
When it comes to procrastination, you have to get proactive!
If you give procrastination an inch, procrastination will always take a mile!
I find it freakishly amazing how creative our brain gets when it comes to procrastination.
I mean, the way we would talk ourselves out of doing something, it’s nothing short of a miracle. And I don’t mean that in a good way – You know what I’m talking about… LOL😂
I am just like the rest of the world; I still have that nagging voice in my head that’s always second-guessing my choices!
The difference is, I just learned not to pay attention to that voice and to get things done anyway.
You know the voice! The self-limiting, disaster anticipating voice that asks questions like:
What if I put myself out there and fail? Or even worst make a fool out of myself?
I call it the “What if” voice!
That voice is responsible for so many people choosing procrastination over action.
Procrastination stems from our fear of the unknown.
Our mind’s predictions of the future and what it might look like can be quite scary.
And, where I’ll help you brain-hack yourself is by simply bringing to your attention this ONE SIMPLE TRUTH! That truth is:
No one, and I mean “NO ONE,” can really tell or predict what the future will look like.
So, why worry about the future when you can focus on the NOW?
The only thing that you can really do is to make an educated decision in the present moment based on the information you have.
And this brings me to the one single strategy that I use daily to accomplishing so many auspicious goals.
My epic tool is the SSN method. (No, not that SSN😄)
“SSN” stands for “Single Step Now!”
This is by far the best tool to stop procrastination!
I consider this method is my secret weapon to slay and stop procrastination.
By now, you know that we procrastinate due to our fear of the unknown and because the unknown can’t be controlled, then choosing to move forward is your BEST option.
This simple mind-shift has allowed me to keep moving forward on goals that I procrastinated on for years. Things like:
- Writing and publishing this blog
- Launching a Motivational YouTube Channel
- Starting a transformational coaching program
The sad truth is the SSN method is so easy that it can be easily forgotten.
When it comes to procrastination, it’s simple, always know that your brain is playing a trick on you and that you can still act and move forward despite that trick.
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Why the SSN Method is effective at stopping procrastination?
It simply works because taking one small action on any given task is better than ten planned actions/activities that may or may not occur.
A Single Step Now is more meaningful than a promised step tomorrow.
Adopting the “Single Step Now” mindset will help you get unstuck!
When you find yourself faced with a big goal, it can be really daunting to even get started. But, how can you take the leap?
Great question!
This is where journaling and self-reflection come in handy.
Simply ask yourself this easy, no BS question:
What can I do right now that can help move “this task” in a positive direction?
Example:
Write a book (BIG Goal)
What can I do RIGHT NOW about it?
Write one page. If that’s too much, start with one paragraph or even just one sentence!
You see, when you write that first page, paragraph or even a sentence, you start a new momentum! And when you capitalize on that momentum, you can make some major progress in whatever you’re doing.
Are You up for a Challenge?
Do you want to accomplish a goal? I.e., write a book or release some access weight.
Ever felt the urge to take action? I.e., get a new job, move to a new city.
Get a pen and paper.
Give yourself 30 minutes today and brainstorm five possible “One Single Steps” regarding your goal/action.
For example, if you want to release some access weight, your Single One-Step may include joining a weight release support group, or googling forums on the topic, or researching local gyms and spas.
Remember the goal here is take a small little step. A step so small, it might not feel like a step at all!
THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS As small change!
That quote was a poster I had in my old condo in Washington, DC. (See picture)
Looking at that poster daily kept reminding me to focus on progress, no matter how tiny.
Here’s an example from my own life:
Couple months ago, I decided to start doing live angel card readings on my channel.
So, I brainstormed what SSNs I want to follow in order to make that goal a reality.
Here’s what I came up with:
- Pick the day and time to go live
- Decide how long the live reading should be
- Find what software to use
Once I brainstormed and had everything in place, I didn’t let any grass grow under my and went live according to the plan.
I started with one video a week. That’s all.
Why?
Because I wanted to create a small win to build as my foundation.
I didn’t set-up myself to fail by deciding to do a video a day. That could easily overwhelm me! Instead, I started small, and now I am set, and many live readings have occurred since then.
Here’s one of the lives I did recently:
So, what are some goals you want to achieve?
Don’t procrastinate; get a pen and paper now and list 1-3 goals. Once you’ve done that, break down each goal into achievable SSN “single step now” and then get to work!
Here’s another mindshift that’ll help you overcome procrastination!
There is no such thing as failure.
Yes, you heard that, right!
One of the biggest mind tricks that your brain plays on you is the fear of making mistakes and failing.
Please realize that there is “No Wrong” Single Step Now!
Focus on action, create little wins, and remain focused on progress.
Creating the tiniest wins and making the slightest progress help boost your confidence, which will enable you to believe in yourself more. This leads you to take more single steps now, and before you know it, your life is fantastic, and people always ask you, “OMG, how are you doing all of this?”
In summary, how to stop procrastination has never gotten easier than this! Start applying the SSN method daily, and you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to get things done.
You wouldn’t believe it, but taking a single step now daily often leads to AMAZING results!
I trust you found this strategy helpful and that you’ll implement it today😉
Let me know how it goes!
Xoxo,
Zane
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