Lynn Matti
Lynn Matti
132: Procrastination is About Managing Emotions, Not Time.
132: Procrastination is About Managing Emotions, Not Time.
132: Procrastination is About Managing Emotions, Not Time.
Monday 7th September 2020
Discover how procrastination is tied to emotions and learn strategies to manage it with Lynn Matti in this episode of The Sober Therapist SoberSoul Recovery Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Cracking Procrastination: It's All About Emotions, Not Time
Most people associate procrastination with laziness. It's mostly an unease, an unwillingness to process emotions.
Ever wondered why your to-do list seems never-ending? In this episode of The Sober Therapist SoberSoul Recovery Podcast, Lynn Matti sheds light on the true nature of procrastination. Spoiler alert: it’s not about being lazy. Lynn explains that procrastination is an emotional coping mechanism, a way to dodge negative feelings by seeking short-term comfort. It’s like hitting the snooze button on stress, but the tasks still pile up.
We often think that getting things done will make us happier, but we end up stuck in a cycle of delay and guilt. Lynn dives into how our inner critic plays a significant role here, whispering doubts and perfectionist demands that paralyze us. She suggests that retraining our brains to be kinder and less judgmental can break this cycle. Imagine having a little cheerleader in your head instead of a harsh critic—sounds better, right?
Drawing from David Allen’s 'Getting Things Done', Lynn offers practical tips to boost productivity and manage those pesky emotions that lead to procrastination. It’s not just about time management; it’s about emotional management. If you’ve ever found yourself putting off tasks and feeling worse for it, this episode is a must-listen. Lynn's insights could be the key to turning procrastination from a foe into a manageable part of life.