cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2884893

I always put everything off for later so i end up with my house uncleaned, books unread, meals uncooked, programming not learned etc. Could anyone offer advice on how to stop procrastinating?

  • @[email protected]English
    5•1 year ago

    ‘Do it now or do it never’ has become my motto. Essentially, try to capitalise on the dopamine rush that comes with tricking yourself into thinking that it’s urgent and your deadline is right now.

    Also gamifying tasks and setting up rules where I can’t do x until I’ve done y. Usually x will be a reward based activity. I find just reinforcing productive behaviour with a reward is very useful, even if it feels indulgent.

    • @[email protected]English
      4•1 year ago

      Depression reverse UNO: Nothing feels like a reward.

      (I get what you’re saying, I just had to be cheeky.)

    • LazaroFilm
      1•1 year ago

      There was a web comic where the guy made sure he had enough “adult points” to rest and play. It’s a good way to think of it so you do the tasks first then allow yourself to rest and recover.
      And yea the now or never has worked really well with my wife. If you think of it, do it.