Procrastination The Simple Practice That Changed Everything
- claudia8573
- Oct 7
- 4 min read
Struggling with procrastination? Discover a simple daily practice to rewire your brain, dissolve resistance, and turn chaos into clarity and momentum.
Why Procrastination Isn’t Laziness
Procrastination has been called the thief of time, the destroyer of dreams, even a form of self-sabotage. But here’s the truth: procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s not that you don’t care, or that you’re undisciplined.
It’s a perception problem.
I learned this firsthand. For years, whenever I stood on the edge of something new — launching a business, preparing a keynote, or tackling a big project — I faced tasks which bored me, scared me, or that I had no idea how to tackle. And every time, the same voice would whisper: “I’ll do it tomorrow. It feels too big. I don’t even know where to start.”
Sound familiar?
That voice isn’t laziness. It’s fear, overwhelm, and uncertainty. But the good news is: you can rewire it.
The Practice That Works Every Time
Here is the practice I learned from Dr. John Demartini — and it works every time
Write down 25–200 reasons why it’s important — for you and for others — to act on this task now.
Read those reasons out loud, daily.
Refine them. Add new ones. Repeat.
Simple?
Yes.
Life-changing?
Absolutely.
Whenever I feel stuck, I sit down with a blank page and begin writing. Within minutes, my mindset shifts
From “I’ll do it later” → to “I can’t wait to start now.”
From “This is overwhelming” → to “I know exactly why this matters.”
From resistance → to momentum.
Why This Works (Neuroscience in Action)
The science behind this is fascinating.
When a task feels uncertain or overwhelming, your amygdala (the fear center of the brain) fires. That’s why you avoid it — your brain thinks it’s keeping you safe.
But when you build a long, specific list of reasons why action matters, you engage your prefrontal cortex — the part of your brain responsible for logic, planning, and decision-making.
The repetition literally rewires your neural pathways. Over time, your brain learns to associate action with meaning, not fear.
This isn’t about “forcing yourself” into productivity. It’s about alignment. You’re giving your brain evidence that action is valuable — and when the brain sees proof, resistance dissolves.
From Chaos to Clarity: My Personal Lesson
At FLOWmentum™, I often remind my clients: procrastination isn’t your enemy, it’s an invitation to shift perception.
One of my biggest challenges was recording videos for Instagram. For months, I avoided it. It felt awkward, overwhelming, and I kept telling myself: “I’ll do it later.”
Then I returned to the practice. I wrote out my reasons — why showing up mattered, how it could impact women entrepreneurs, and what it meant for my mission. Every morning, I read those reasons out loud.
Within weeks, my perception shifted. What once felt heavy became exciting. Now, I look forward to shooting days with energy and joy.
That’s the power of aligning perception with purpose.
Practical Steps You Can Try Today
Here’s how you can put this into practice immediately
1. Start Small but Specific
Don’t wait for the “perfect” big project. Begin with something you’re resisting right now — writing an email, making a call, or finishing a task you’ve been putting off.
2. Write Your Reasons Daily
Commit to writing at least 25 reasons why acting now matters. Push yourself beyond the obvious. The deeper you go, the more powerful the shift.
3. Anchor to Your Values
Connect your reasons to what matters most — family, freedom, growth, creativity. When your task aligns with your highest values, procrastination loses its grip.
4. Read Them Out Loud
This step is essential. Speaking your reasons reinforces them neurologically and emotionally. It makes the evidence real.
5. Repeat and Refine
Your first list is just the beginning. As you grow, your reasons evolve. Keep refining, adding, and expanding. This is a living practice.
The FLOW Connection
This practice is a perfect example of the FLOW method in action
F — Focus on Perception Reframe procrastination as a signal, not a flaw.
L — Live Your Values Tie every action back to what truly matters.
O — Own Yourself Stop the self-criticism and embrace your process.
W — Walk Your Vision: Take aligned action, one meaningful step at a time.
Procrastination doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you’re ready to reconnect with your why.
A Challenge for You
The next time you hear that “later” voice whisper, try this
1️⃣ Grab a blank page.
2️⃣ Write at least 25 reasons why this task matters right now.
3️⃣ Read them out loud daily for a week.
4️⃣ Add and refine as you go.
5️⃣ Watch procrastination dissolve into clarity and momentum.
✨ Momentum isn’t magic. It’s a practice. The more evidence you give your brain, the less power procrastination has over you.
Ready for More Clarity and Momentum?
Take Action to Master Your Mindset Today
If procrastination is holding you back — in business, leadership, or life — you don’t need more pressure. You need a new perspective.
Because when you align your actions with your values, procrastination doesn’t stand a chance.
