What do you do if you're struggling with procrastination and need motivation to achieve your writing goals?

Beginne mit der Ursachenforschung: Analysiere, welche Emotionen Dich zum Aufschieben bewegen. Ist es Angst vor Kritik oder der Druck, perfekt sein zu müssen? Sobald Du den Kern des Problems verstanden hast, setze gezielte Strategien ein. Wenn Angst der Treiber ist, arbeite an Deinem Selbstbewusstsein und erinnere Dich an Deine Erfolge. Fühlt sich die Aufgabe monoton an, bringe Kreativität ins Spiel, indem Du neue Perspektiven oder innovative Ansätze suchst. Nutze Deine Fähigkeit, komplexe Themen in einfache Schritte zu zerlegen, und setze Dir kleine, erreichbare Ziele. So wandelst Du das Gefühl der Überforderung in ein Gefühl der Machbarkeit um.

Además es muy valioso el conectar con tu interior y preguntarte, porqué y para qué estás escribiendo. Tener un objetivo y una razón para escribir le da sentido a esa tarea. Saber que lo que hacemos tiene valor, le da sentido.

Procrastination really is the thief of time. But, remember that building a career means building your future. Motivate yourself with that. Everyone has a picture of how they want their future to look. So when you find yourself being lazy, always ask yourself “will i achieve this goal if I choose not to do anything?” Of course not. So pick yourself up. Also, it’s alright to take a break when things get overwhelming but don’t sit back for long so it won’t be too late. After this, go back to writing and do it intentionally. If your niche is tiring, you can try another niche. The industry is broad, explore and do your best.

Create a to-do list and arrange all the tasks priority wise. Have a clear goal in mind that all the daily tasks should be done before EOD

Saber que una tarea grande tiene un esqueleto o una estructura, facilita el trabajo ya que vamos creando bloques que cubren una idea que se divide en oraciones que forman párrafos que van hacia el mismo sentido, sin merma y sin palabras de relleno.

Verwende ein LLM wie z.B. ChatGPT. Das hilft dir beim Schreibprozess und beim Aufteilen in sinnvolle Abschnitte. Du hast damit einen Sparringspartner, der deine Kreativität herausfordert. Spiele zwischendurch ein paar Rollenspiele mit ChatGPT oder lass dir inspirierende Geschichten erzählen. Manchmal hilft auch ein kleiner Witz und die Ablenkung macht dich schnell wieder bereit für konzentriertes Arbeiten .

When breaking down your task into smaller more manageable pieces, consider which components need to be prioritized as well as the time commitment associated with each. Tasks with a variable time commitment can feel more daunting; to reduce procrastination, consider starting on some of the smaller sub-tasks with fixed time commitments so you can feel that sense of accomplishment from finishing them and motivate yourself to tackle the larger ones.

En este tema lo importante es aceptar que hay distracciones y necesitamos entender que la disciplina es clave para poder adoptar el sistema que mejor nos funcione, en mi caso enfocarme al 100% por 45 minutos y después distraerme por 10 minutos me ayuda a escribir por largos períodos de tiempo.

I welcome distractions. Sometimes focusing too much on the project can cause stress. If you distract yourself you will find a moment of rest. So, when you tackle the project again later, you can look at it from a fresh perspective and a rested brain.

Ablenkung ist für die einen sehr schwierig, während andere gezielt Zerstreuung einsetzen, um die Konzentration hoch zu halten. Horche in fich hinein und erkunde welcher Typ du bist. Setze dir gezielte Blocker in deinem Kalender in einem Zeitraum, der für dich passt. Z.B. 45 Minuten fürs Arbeiten und 25 für eine Handy oder Messenger Pause. Probiere verschiedene Techniken aus, denn was für den einen passt, kann der anderen zur Stolperfalle werden.

Distraction is what brings procrastination, I believe eliminating distraction can be a great start and also decluttering your mind and space and help a lot

One way to eliminate distractions and dial in is to have a dedicated place for working on certain tasks/assignments. This should be a location that is not associated with the distractions you may have elsewhere. For example, if you are a student, the library might be a better place for you to study for an exam than your dorm room, where social distractions can arise. Or if you have math homework, try working on it in the building where you take math courses, as it's a location you already associate with the subject.

Remind yourself of the reasons why you began in the first place. Project yourself at the end of the project and imagine what Satisfaction. I also like the phrase Rome was not built in a single day. However this of a big occasion you want to celebrate your achievement at.

Treat yourself to small, affordable indulgences that bring you joy, such as enjoying your favorite coffee or dessert, buying a new book or magazine, or taking a relaxing bath. Allocate some time to unwind and engage in leisure activities that you enjoy, whether it's watching a movie, going for a walk in nature, or spending quality time with loved ones. Create special rituals to mark your achievements, such as lighting a candle, writing in a gratitude journal, or taking a moment to reflect on your progress and acknowledge your hard work. Invest in self-care activities that promote relaxation and well-being, such as getting a massage, practicing yoga or meditation, or treating yourself to a spa day.

Wechsle nach einem Arbeitsblock den Raum. Setze dich in ein anderes Zimmer, Kaffeküche oder ein Café. Der Ortswechsel erfrischt und kann als Belohnung eingesetzt werden. Det Kopf wird wieder frei und durch den neuen Blickwinkel bekommst du eine neue Perspektive. Außerdem regt die Bewegung auch deine Hirnleistung an. Es gibt also nur Vorteile.

There is an intrinsic sense of accomplishment when you finish a task, but there's nothing wrong with throwing in a little extra motivation as well, especially if the task you're working on isn't particularly enjoyable. When setting your goals, you can place a reward at the finish line as a way to motivate yourself.

Leer cosas de valor, tener una nutrición literaria libre de discursos frívolos o sin sentido logran que uno se vaya alimentando de cosas buenas que irás integrando a tu ejercicio creativo. Tener una tribu de gente afin siempre será de ayuda y motivación.

The only thing that will help you to get over your procrastination is the right mindset and productive attitude towards your work. You need to learn to enjoy writing and never think it as a chore. Take a break and read some good books or watch motivational movies. Practice affirmations and gratitude Journaling, they really work like magic. In the end, you need to find your Why to be able to improve writing skill and stick to it no matter what

This trick has a childlike ring to it, but if done correctly, can help keep the monster of procrastination in check. It is an easy exercise to train the mind. It has worked for me a number of times. Imagine two scenarios. One, where another day has passed and you have not met your writing goals. See it in your mind and feel it. It won’t be pleasant. Next, imagine the other, ideal situation where you have met your goals and your mind is glowing with relaxation. Tell yourself that you have the future in control and is based on the choice you make right now. When you have the power of deciding your future, you don’t need any other motivation.

For me procrastination can be both, a boon or a bane, the only catch is that you want to accomplish the task or not. If yes, then early or late doesn’t matter at all, only quality matters. Sometimes , being late gives you a little bit of extra time to think over on your strategy and come with a totally different solution. On the other hand if U are stuck at procrastinating then it’s an alarm, a bad one. When U find yourself in this spot more often than not, then try to find yourself-exercise, meditation, music- just go for a potion that works for U. ATB

Take a deep breath, strategize what you want to write in your mind first, get some coffee and get cracking. It will be done.

First, know that everyone procrastinates. Writers even more so because it can be a mood-based thing. Sometimes the thoughts just come to you, sometimes they don't. In my experience, setting a tight deadline works well when tackling procrastination. Make it challenge! Instead of saying I'll do it by noon tomorrow or I'll complete it today, try saying I'll do it in the next hour. Set your stopwatch and go. If you're not done in an hour, increase it by another, keep doing this till you're done. For me, these high pressure deadlines create a sense of urgency and force me into getting things done. PS: If you finish early, the leftover time is your reward!

Sometimes (and oftentimes with some people) we get what I used to call "blank-page syndrome" and now refer to as "blank-screen syndrome." In other words, not knowing what to write about or how to get started. ChatGPT and other generative AIs have entered the chat for you. You can "talk" to it via prompts in a chat and let it know what you want to write about, who you are, and the audience you're looking to reach. Then, tell it to generate text for you. Tell it to generate ideas if you don't know what to write about. What it generates may be great, or it may not be. But you're one step closer to getting your project done, and sometimes, it may surface an idea you never even considered writing about. But it works... ask me how I know!

Escribir puede ser brújula, nave o destino, para algunos será mera narrativa, para otros un trabajo de libre creación y para unos cuantos, la confirmación de que su mensaje al mundo tiene que llevarle a ser el mejor escritor o escritora y reconocer que no es la técnica, sino la disciplina y el conectar con su sensibilidad, lo que le dará sentido a su vocación.

Procrastination is writing is simply misdiagnosed imposter syndrome and self-doubt. You are feeling the pressure to write but also feeling the pressure of trying to say something meaningful. Creating a writing habit requires reducing resistance. One way that I reduce resistance is to provide myself the space to write without judgment. I will write with the guise that no one will be reading what I am creating. I usually find by giving myself to free write, I stumble into the groove of ideas and inspirations that previously felt blocked. The laws of physics say an object in motion tends to stay in motion, and an object at rest stays at rest. Writing is similar; the simple act of typing is a motion that creates momentum.

Set clear, specific, and achievable writing goals. Make sure they are measurable and have a deadline. Having a clear target in mind can increase motivation and focus. Establish a regular writing routine and stick to it. Set aside dedicated time each day or week for writing and treat it like any other appointment or commitment. Be kind to yourself if you experience setbacks or moments of procrastination. Remember that it's normal to face challenges, and don't let occasional lapses in productivity derail your overall progress.