Ho Hum

Ever have that feeling of ho-hum? Not that you’re feeling blue or ill or even tired…just, well….ho-hum?

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So here it is Saturday morning. I just kissed my husband goodbye for work and I have a PILE of work to do for my businesses. But yet, there’s that feeling of ho-hum. I’ve counseled many of my clients on battling the “procrastination factor” and yet, here I am doing exactly that! Ha! This seems to be a very common feeling (or at least I choose to believe I’m in the mainstream on this one!) So, ok… what should I do now?

Well, the way I attack the feeling of ho-hum is to first make a DAILY list of things to do. It’s important to note that this is a daily list and not a gargantuan list that is really more long term. I want my list to be easily accomplished tasks for the day. Those tasks will work towards accomplishing the huge pile of work (which is really a long term effort) so that I may actually celebrate getting something accomplished! I believe that celebration is important. We MUST reward ourselves with successes or what will keep us going?

So, I’ve made my list of four (yes, only four) things to complete today and it’s off to tackle the first item on my list!

 

If you’re anything like me and like to procrastinate on work to be done – either chores around the house or vocation tasks – start with a short-and-sweet list of items that are easily completed. You’ll be surprised at the motivation you get from yourself after finishing just one task! Then there’s no stopping you!!

 

Have a wonderful Saturday! I’d love to hear how you tackle procrastination…

 

Lori