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Procrastination or Disorganization?

Procrastination or Disorganization: Which Comes First?
by Cathy Clark
© 2004

What’s the leading cause of procrastination? It’s a well known fact, according to behavior experts, that disorganization is the key cause. What then, is the simple solution to this problem? Why, it is developing a new positive habit. In a short time, as little as 21 days, experts believe a new habit takes root to push away the old habits that just weren’t working. It’s really the Law of Substitution at work. You may ask about this so-called Law. It’s invisible, just like the Law of Gravity; always working, whether we see it or not.

A few of the reasons why people procrastinate are; not having the right tools, skills, or time to finish a project. Is this you? It could be setting unrealistic goals, not knowing how to make decisions, or have fear of failing. Is this you? What if you are easily distracted by TV or the computer ? Well, fear not! Step one is acknowledging you are procrastinating, or ‘putting it off’ until later. Take hold of the Law of Substitution, firmly, and see it work to your benefit.

This is how the Law works.

Part One: Identify
Ask yourself what it is that you are ‘putting off’; where is the disorganization felt most?

Part two: Action Plan
Ask yourself what is the first step to getting past the block? What will it take to get organized? You may need to ask for help, get the right tools, time, or set a more realistic goal.

Part three: Visualize
See yourself having completed what is in front of you.

Part four: Feel
Feel how it will feel when you have completed it.

Simply apply the Law of Substitution and DO IT. Now, take the next 21 days on your calendar and mark them off in a bright color. Start now to substitute the new approach. Keep track, and keep doing it. This will become the new habit, leaving no room or time for the old habit. Voila!

Our mind can only hold one thought at a time. Make it a positive one, and tell yourself you are on track now. Enlisting the help of a coach can be of great benefit, because of the component of accountability. You have set forth the intent, and your coach will be the partner to keep you on track. What are you waiting for? How do you see the next 21 days?

Cathy Clark is a Personal Professional coach with over 7 years experience helping people learn how to utilize the Law of Attraction in their career, business, or just plain Life - get what you want, not what you don't. Cathy can be reached through her website, www.coachingwithcathy.com or by email, cathy@coachingwithcathy.com.


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