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By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:08:09 +0000

I love the 10 minute rule- it always helps me when I don’t feel like doing something (ie- cleaning) to just do it for 10 or 15 minutes. The toughest part usually is to just start taking action… once you get it rolling, it’s so much easier!! Great post.

By: russds

russds — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 19:03:48 +0000

Thanks, I really connected with #2. I once read that getting started is the hardest part of any task. Once you get started, it’s very easy to continue, but that initial 5-10 minutes is the most difficult. anything to simplify that (ie tricking yourself into only working on it for 10 minutes) is great! thanks!

By: GavinS

GavinS — Fri, 29 May 2009 10:57:36 +0000

Nice succinct post on procrastination. I’m afraid I’m guilty of procrastination in all areas of my life, though I’m trying to do something about it! I like the idea of point 2 in your list. Tricking myself into actually getting stuck into something sounds like it might work. I also try to use music, mainly to avoid distractions so I agree with point 4.

By: Bill

Bill — Sat, 16 May 2009 01:45:14 +0000

Great article but what I find interesting is that there is nothing new in it and, really, nothing creative (don’t take offense) because there in lies the immense truth to what you are saying: “Hey guys, it’s simple, you just have to DO it!” Now GOYA and get productive!

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By: Tristan Rayner

Tristan Rayner — Thu, 07 May 2009 03:06:14 +0000

@Hema – Glad you enjoyed, thanks

@Jennifer Nice site. Are writers notorious for procrastination? Is there any other group of people who are worse? A famous author (whose name eludes me) used to lock himself in a lit cupboard with a pen and paper so he could do nothing else but write. Interesting way to beat procrastination!

@Bamboo Forest – Thanks! And thanks also for letting me know what works for you. Really motivating. I hope you can use it to help yourself in those slow days we all get.

By: Bamboo Forest - PunIntended

Bamboo Forest - PunIntended — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:29:41 +0000

This is some of the best advice I’ve ever seen on procrastination. And, you didn’t give me any filler, just the best advice that works and not a drop more.

I appreciate that.

By: Jennifer Blanchard

Jennifer Blanchard — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:57:37 +0000

Great advice! I write a blog for writers who procrastinate and I’ve given a lot of similar advice myself. I think the most important way to overcome procrastination is to be honest with yourself about why you’re not writing (or doing whatever you’re procrastinating on). By looking at what’s holding you back, you’ll be able to finally overcome it and get started.

By: Hema Mohan

Hema Mohan — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:01:33 +0000

Great article! Short, sweet and simple:) A reward and a “liveline” are extremely useful tips to overcome procrastination. Thanks!