Comments on: Stop Procrastinating: 9 Quick Tips to Adopt the ‘Now’ Habit

By: ewoks

ewoks — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:46:53 +0000

is there any software u could recommend for limiting use of some program.. let’s say i use firefox for 20min and after that program lock it for nest few hours so i can’t use it..? i’m interested in locking any specific program or even computer.. 10q

By: Rick

Rick — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 13:01:48 +0000

That has always been my problem, my goals were too grand on the first day. Burned out thinking of all the things I wanted to do.

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By: Ryan

Ryan — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:31:55 +0000

Hi Glen,

Great tips. I like to make to-do lists every day. When my list is staring at me in the face I will get it done. I also try to make quick and definite decisions. It takes practice but I’ve become a much better decision maker and much less of a procrastinator.

Thanks for sharing your insight

Ryan

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By: Glen

Glen — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 16:31:47 +0000

Hey Mary, I’m glad you like the site and that you found us!

It seems like you are implementing a lot of great habits already, keep it up and see how far you can progress!

Thanks for stopping by!

By: Mary

Mary — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 16:05:57 +0000

I found your website when I was looking at a forum on Zen Habits. I just added you to my list. I’m looking forward to reading more of your articles!

Procrastination is definitely my biggest problem. However, I am working on it with baby steps. My to do list these days only has 3 or 4 things on it. I used to make long lists, and only get a few things done. Now I make short lists and feel good when I accomplish them all.

I have a timer and have been challenging myself to get something done in a short amount of time. You are right. It does make it fun. That is something really good for someone like me who wastes too much time playing computer games.

Thanks!

By: Glen

Glen — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:59:04 +0000

I think time limits are a great idea Vincent, especially ‘false deadlines’ which don’t actually need to exist.

By: Vincent

Vincent — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:33:05 +0000

Hi Glen,

I give myself time limits to do my task too. It helps to enhance my productivity significantly and it is kind of challenging too.

Cheers
Vincent
Personal Development Blogger

By: Derek

Derek — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:33:48 +0000

I agree that information helps, and I’m not anti-dieting books although my post may have read that way. I just hope that people don’t subconsciously use a 250 page book as a justification for procrastinating on taking small steps in the right direction, you know?

Either way, great insights – and you kept it brief which is key for us procrastinators!

Thanks again,
Derek