9/5/2023 0 Comments Zen leo babauta![]() ![]() ![]() So what’s going on when we procrastinate? Try these: So let’s talk about the awareness of what’s going on when we procrastinate, and then how to remember Awareness of What’s Going On This remembering is what mindfulness is about. The problem isn’t just being aware of what’s going on - it’s remembering to be aware. Once we know what’s happening, the fixes are (fairly) easy. The problem isn’t finding solutions to procrastination - it’s being aware of what’s going on in the first place. You can’t clear away distractions unless you realize you’ve been following the urge to go to these distractions.Īwareness is everything with procrastination. You can’t break a task into small steps unless you realize you’re dreading the task. You can’t step back to clarify what your Most Important Tasks are unless you realize you’re procrastinating in the first place. Honestly, I know the solutions: clarify what task is most important, clear away everything but this more important task, clarify my motivations for this task, break it down into something smaller and easier if I feel difficulty.īut they don’t work unless you’re aware of what you’re doing. They were less important and I knew it, but they were quick tasks and so easier than writing an article on a tough topic. I put off writing this article (ironically, I know, and yes I know you’ll put off reading this article) by doing a bunch of smaller tasks, for example. It does not store any personal data.We all procrastinate, and by and large, we all know the solutions to our procrastination. ![]() The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Together they explore how flexibility, compassion and forgiveness are needed throughout the transformation process. We must anchor our actions to routine.Ġ:11:30: The two talk about being mindful about changing habits can go well beyond exercising more, and can help you deal with difficult people and situations.Ġ:15:00: Leo explains how letting go of expectations and ideals of perfection can be liberating, and reduce frustration. Leo outlines some of the myths and misconceptions we have about habits, and why it can be so difficult to change our behaviours.Ġ:10:00: Michael mentions BJ Fogg’s concept of anchors, and Leo points out that when the anchor we are using to try to embed a new habit has a variable element, it can be difficult to change. In the book, he shares tips and techniques designed to break habits and patterns, and make change in your life.Ġ:05:04: Michael and Leo discuss the root cause of resisting change, and why we give into temptation. ![]() Interview HighlightsĠ:01:54: Leo offers up a quick overview of his new book, Zen Habits: Mastering the Art of Change, noting that it stemmed from his own life lessons from dealing with stress, frustration and procrastination. Why letting go of expectations can have a powerful impact on your life.ĭon’t forget to rate this podcast on iTunes.How mindfulness can transform your interactions with difficult people.Why triggers and sequences can be so powerful to behavioural change.The myths and misconceptions around change, and why to-do lists don’t work.Over the next few weeks, we’ll be randomly selecting 10 participants and sending them a coupon for a free ebook version of The Coaching Habit. Tune into our discussion, and then I want to hear from you! What’s your favourite line or takeaway? Share it by either commenting below or tweeting me with the hashtag #GWP300 for your chance to receive a gift from me. He’s the author of Zen Habits: Mastering the Art of Change, and speaks and writes extensively about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important. He’s been a guest on this podcast twice over the years, and these interviews are some of the most popular here on the Great Work Podcast. Leo Babauta is a guy I have long known, admired and liked. ![]()
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