🕒 Procrastination isn’t just about being lazy. It can also be because you’re feeling too stressed.

When you’re stressed, it can feel overwhelming to start or finish tasks, leading you to put them off. This is why managing stress is crucial to overcoming procrastination. Here’s why it happens and what you can do:

1️⃣ Stress makes tasks seem harder

When stressed, even simple tasks can seem daunting, making it easier to procrastinate.

2️⃣ Fear of failure

Stress can heighten the fear of failing at the tasks, which might make you avoid them altogether.

3️⃣ Lack of energy

High stress levels can drain your energy, making it hard to focus on tasks.

Here are 5 actionable steps to deal with procrastination by managing stress:

1️⃣ Limit Screen Time in the Evening

2️⃣ Use Blackout Curtains

3️⃣ Take a Hot Shower Before Bed

4️⃣ Create a Calming Bedtime Routine

5️⃣ Plan Small, Enjoyable Tasks

🕒 Remember, procrastination is often a symptom of stress. By managing your stress effectively, you can increase your motivation and tackle procrastination head-on!

About Kelly Prehn

Kelly moved to Japan at 17 years old and has spent significant periods of her career in Asia, including Japan, Korea, China and Singapore. Her work as an acclaimed fashion model is blended with her impact as a columnist and author. During her modelling career, Kelly fled from being internationally human trafficked. To transform from this, she focused on Asian healing modalities. With 1.4 million transformed women and tens of millions more women helped by GENKI SYSTEM™, she is a multi dimensional women.

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