Thursday, May 1, 2025

Why You Procrastinate. | Ep. 44

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Why You Procrastinate.

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Alex: Hi everyone, welcome back to Effortless English Podcasts.

Alex: I'm Alex.

Luna: And I'm Luna.

Alex: Today, we're talking about something we all know too well.

Luna: Yup, it's something I fight almost every week.

Alex: Our topic is... how to beat procrastination.

Luna: Or as I like to call it, the art of doing everything except what you really need to do.

Alex: It's funny because it's true.

Alex: Procrastination affects students, workers, parents... pretty much everyone.

Luna: I once cleaned my whole kitchen just to avoid sending one email.

Alex: That's actually a classic move.

Alex: People delay tasks even when they know it will cause stress later.

Luna: Right! And somehow, we still do it again and again.

Alex: That’s because procrastination is not just laziness.

Alex: It’s a habit that hides behind many reasons.

Luna: Like fear, perfectionism, or just feeling overwhelmed.

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: Many people think, “I’ll do it later,” but “later” becomes “last minute.”

Luna: And “last minute” becomes “I hope my boss is in a good mood.”

Alex: Studies show that 20% of adults are chronic procrastinators.

Luna: Only 20%? I thought it was more like 99%.

Alex: Well, maybe you hang out with the wrong crowd.

Luna: Or maybe I am the wrong crowd.

Alex: But seriously, we all delay things for different reasons.

Alex: Some want the task to be perfect before they start.

Luna: Some are scared they’ll fail, so they avoid starting.

Alex: And some just think the task is boring and push it aside.

Luna: Like taxes. Or cleaning the bathroom.

Alex: Or writing long emails.

Luna: Or going to the gym...

Alex: Wait, you like the gym!

Luna: Only when I’m not supposed to be there.

Alex: Okay, back on track!

Alex: In this episode, we’re going to break down why people procrastinate.

Alex: And more importantly, how to stop doing it.

Luna: We'll give you easy, real tips that you can try right after this episode.

Alex: You won’t need fancy tools or a new planner.

Luna: Just simple steps that actually help.

Alex: If you want to read along, we’ve got you covered.

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Luna: Alright, let’s stop stalling and get into it.

Alex: You mean, no more procrastinating our talk on procrastination?

Luna: Exactly!

Alex: Let’s dive in.




Alex: Alright, so let’s start with a basic question.

Alex: What is procrastination, really?

Luna: It’s when you don’t do what you should do.

Alex: True, but let’s make it a little more clear.

Alex: Procrastination means you delay something you planned to do.

Alex: And you do it even though you know it might cause problems later.

Luna: So it’s not just being lazy.

Alex: Right. Lazy people don’t plan to do anything at all.

Luna: But procrastinators do plan. They just never start.

Alex: Or they start something else instead.

Luna: Like cleaning the fridge when you’re supposed to write a report.

Alex: Or watching cat videos before your test.

Luna: Or making banana bread because you don’t want to answer emails.

Alex: Now you’re just sharing your weekend.

Luna: Hey, banana bread is productive!

Alex: Let’s look at some common types of procrastination.

Luna: Oh, this is good. I bet I’ve done all of them.

Alex: First, there’s the perfectionist.

Alex: This person wants the task to be perfect, so they never start.

Luna: Because if it’s not perfect, it’s not good enough.

Alex: Exactly. They fear failure, so they freeze.

Luna: I’ve totally been there. I once rewrote a birthday card five times.

Alex: That’s dedication… or delay.

Alex: Second type is the fear-based procrastinator.

Alex: They delay because they’re scared.

Luna: Scared of what?

Alex: Of doing it wrong, or of what people might say.

Luna: So they wait, and hope the task disappears.

Alex: Which it never does.

Luna: If only.

Alex: Then there’s the fun-seeker.

Alex: This person skips boring stuff to chase fun stuff.

Luna: Like watching shows, scrolling on their phone…

Alex: Playing games, talking with friends, even taking naps.

Luna: Oh no. I’m a fun-seeker too.

Alex: There’s also the “overwhelmed” type.

Alex: They don’t know where to start, so they don’t start at all.

Luna: That’s like me looking at my closet on cleaning day.

Alex: Same! So many clothes, no idea what to do.

Luna: Close the door and walk away.

Alex: Lastly, we have the habit-based procrastinator.

Alex: This one delays things just because they always have.

Luna: It’s not about fear or fun. It’s just habit.

Alex: Right. Like checking your phone first thing every morning.

Luna: Or putting off writing a paper until the night before.

Alex: You know you’ll do it late, so you just wait.

Luna: I call that "tradition."

Alex: These types often mix together.

Alex: One task can make you feel fear, want fun, and feel lost all at once.

Luna: So you do nothing instead.

Alex: But knowing your type can help you change.

Luna: If you know why you’re stuck, you can try a new way to start.

Alex: That’s what we’ll talk about next.

Luna: Let’s stop naming our problems and start fixing them.

Alex: Coming up—real, easy ways to stop procrastinating.

Luna: And no, we’re not going to tell you to just “try harder.”

Alex: We’ll give you smart, doable steps anyone can follow.

Luna: Even banana bread bakers like me.




Alex: Now that we know the types of procrastination, let’s dig deeper.

Alex: Why do we really delay things?

Luna: Isn’t it just because we’re tired or not in the mood?

Alex: Sometimes, but often it’s more than that.

Alex: Procrastination is closely tied to emotions.

Luna: Like stress and worry?

Alex: Exactly. When we feel pressure, our brain tries to escape.

Luna: It runs away from the hard stuff.

Alex: That’s right. Some studies call this “emotional regulation.”

Alex: The brain chooses short-term comfort over long-term success.

Luna: So we check Instagram instead of writing that paper.

Alex: Because scrolling feels safe. The task feels scary.

Luna: I feel that when I have to reply to long emails.

Alex: It’s not that the task is hard.

Alex: It’s the feeling the task gives us that we avoid.

Luna: Like fear, boredom, or feeling not good enough.

Alex: That last one is big—self-worth.

Alex: Many people tie their work to their value.

Luna: So if the task goes badly, they feel like a failure.

Alex: So they don’t even try.

Luna: That’s so true. I’ve skipped jobs I wanted because of fear.

Alex: It’s not lazy. It’s protection.

Luna: But it ends up hurting us more.

Alex: Exactly. When we delay, we feel worse later.

Luna: Like guilt, stress, and more pressure.

Alex: Which then leads to more procrastination.

Luna: It’s a terrible cycle.

Alex: And here’s the thing.

Alex: Most people think procrastinators are just lazy.

Luna: But that’s not fair at all.

Alex: Lazy means you don’t care or don’t want to try.

Luna: Procrastinators care too much.

Alex: Yes! They often want to do well, but fear gets in the way.

Luna: I feel attacked.

Alex: Sorry, not you. You care in a good way.

Luna: Thanks. But it’s true. People think I’m avoiding work when I’m just stuck.

Alex: That’s why understanding the reason behind the delay helps.

Alex: It’s not about doing nothing. It’s about protecting your feelings.

Luna: So we need to change how we see procrastination.

Alex: Right. Not as a time problem, but as an emotional one.

Luna: That’s deep.

Alex: And useful. Because if it’s emotional, then we can manage it.

Luna: By learning to face the fear or calm the stress.

Alex: Yes. And by knowing that one late task doesn’t define your worth.

Luna: That’s hard to believe sometimes.

Alex: But important.

Luna: Okay, so it’s not just about “doing the thing.”

Alex: It’s about feeling safe enough to do the thing.

Luna: Wow.

Alex: Coming up, we’ll talk about everyday problems people face with procrastination.

Luna: And how to stop falling into the same traps again and again.

Alex: It’s time to break that cycle.

Luna: I’m ready if you are.

Alex: Let’s go.




Alex: Let’s talk about some common problems people face with procrastination.

Luna: You mean like every Monday of my life?

Alex: Pretty much.

Alex: First up: no motivation to start.

Luna: This one hits hard. You know you need to work, but… you just don’t.

Alex: It's like your brain is saying, “Let’s just sit here for five more minutes.”

Luna: Then five minutes becomes five hours.

Alex: Right. Many people wait for the “perfect mood” to start.

Luna: But the perfect mood never shows up.

Alex: That’s the problem.

Alex: Motivation usually comes after you start, not before.

Luna: So the trick is to just begin, even a little.

Alex: Like doing the first small step.

Luna: For me, it’s opening my laptop and typing one word.

Alex: That’s a great method.

Alex: Starting creates movement. Movement builds motivation.

Luna: So don’t wait for motivation. Create it.

Alex: Yes. Even one small action helps break the freeze.

Luna: Okay, what’s next?

Alex: Problem number two: delaying things even when you have a deadline.

Luna: Oh, the famous “I’ll do it tomorrow” lie.

Alex: Yup. You tell yourself there’s time, then suddenly it’s the night before.

Luna: Been there. Stayed up until 3 a.m. for a project I had two weeks to do.

Alex: Same.

Alex: Psychologists call this “temporal discounting.”

Luna: What’s that? Sounds fancy.

Alex: It means we value now more than the future.

Alex: We want comfort now, and deal with the stress later.

Luna: Even if “later” is a disaster.

Alex: Exactly.

Luna: So how do we stop that?

Alex: One way is to break the task into smaller steps.

Alex: That way, the work feels less scary and more doable.

Luna: Like turning “write a paper” into “write the title.”

Alex: Yes. Small steps feel safer, so you start sooner.

Luna: Also, setting your own earlier deadlines can help.

Alex: I call them “fake deadlines.”

Luna: Mine are “panic now, relax later” deadlines.

Alex: They work.

Alex: Now the third problem: no time.

Luna: Ugh, I say this every day.

Alex: “I don’t have time” is the most common excuse.

Luna: But we all have the same 24 hours.

Alex: The issue isn’t time—it’s how we manage it.

Luna: Or how we get distracted.

Alex: True. If everything feels important, you don’t know where to begin.

Luna: So you end up doing nothing.

Alex: Or doing the wrong thing first.

Luna: Like answering texts instead of working.

Alex: Or cleaning the desk instead of writing.

Luna: Or color-coding a to-do list you never use.

Alex: That one’s personal.

Luna: Maybe.

Alex: One fix is to use a “priority list,” not just a to-do list.

Luna: What’s the difference?

Alex: A to-do list says “what.” A priority list says “what comes first.”

Luna: So I pick three things max and do those first.

Alex: That’s called the “Rule of Three.”

Luna: I like it.

Alex: Also, plan your day in blocks.

Alex: Say “this hour is only for writing,” no phones, no emails.

Luna: Like an appointment with your work.

Alex: Exactly. Treat it like you treat meetings—you show up.

Luna: Unless it’s a Zoom call with no camera.

Alex: That doesn’t count.

Luna: So, the big three: no motivation, last-minute rush, and time overload.

Alex: Yup. They trap so many people.

Luna: But knowing the trap helps you avoid it.

Alex: And that’s what we’ll cover next—how to beat each one.




Alex: Alright, time for some real talk.

Alex: Let’s share how we deal with procrastination.

Luna: Or how we don’t.

Alex: Okay, fair.

Alex: I used to be really bad at it.

Alex: Back when I was an engineer, deadlines were serious.

Luna: So what’d you do?

Alex: I started studying productivity hacks.

Luna: Of course you did. That’s such an Alex thing.

Alex: Hey, I like efficiency.

Alex: I learned that most people waste time because they don’t plan their energy.

Luna: Energy? Not just time?

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: I found out I focus best in the morning.

Alex: So I block that time for hard tasks.

Luna: And leave the boring stuff for after lunch?

Alex: Yes. I call it “brain-hour scheduling.”

Luna: Wow. I just call it “I’ll do it later.”

Alex: That used to be me.

Alex: But now I use timers, focus apps, and task batching.

Luna: What’s batching?

Alex: Doing similar tasks together. Like emails, back-to-back.

Luna: So your brain doesn’t switch tracks?

Alex: Right. Fewer switches means more focus.

Luna: Hmm. I switch every ten minutes.

Alex: Yeah, I’ve seen your tabs. You have like thirty open.

Luna: Each one brings me peace… and stress.

Alex: That’s a sign.

Luna: My turn?

Alex: Please.

Luna: So, I’m not as structured as Alex.

Luna: I procrastinate when I’m overwhelmed.

Luna: Like, emotionally.

Alex: Can you give an example?

Luna: Sure.

Luna: Once, I had to prepare a short talk. Just five minutes.

Luna: But I kept thinking, “What if I sound stupid?”

Alex: You? Never.

Luna: Thanks. But I froze. For three days.

Luna: I didn’t write a single word.

Alex: Then what happened?

Luna: I cried a little. Ate some cake.

Alex: Classic.

Luna: Then I called a friend.

Luna: She told me to talk like I was just chatting with her.

Luna: That worked. I wrote the whole thing in one hour.

Alex: So talking helped release the pressure?

Luna: Yup. I needed someone to pull me out of the spiral.

Alex: That’s powerful.

Alex: Sometimes, you need a support system, not a schedule.

Luna: I mean, a good cry and cake can go a long way.

Alex: I should try that.

Luna: You? Cry?

Alex: No, the cake part.

Luna: Oh, you’d love it.

Alex: So we have two styles here.

Alex: I use logic and tools.

Luna: And I use feelings and cookies.

Alex: But both work, in different ways.

Luna: The key is to know yourself.

Alex: Right. Are you stuck because of fear, or just bad planning?

Luna: Or because you skipped lunch. That messes me up too.

Alex: Low blood sugar: the silent enemy.

Luna: Also, I forgive myself more now.

Luna: I used to feel so guilty when I delayed stuff.

Alex: That guilt makes it worse.

Luna: Exactly. So now I just say, “Okay, I paused. Now I go.”

Alex: That’s healthy.

Alex: I also reward myself.

Luna: Like with candy?

Alex: No, like watching a show or playing guitar.

Luna: Oh right, you’re secretly cool.

Alex: Thanks.

Luna: I reward myself with naps.

Alex: You nap even when there’s no reward.

Luna: True.

Alex: The point is, we each found what works.

Alex: And we’re still learning.

Luna: Yeah, some weeks are better than others.

Alex: But we keep moving forward.

Luna: Even if it’s slow.

Alex: Progress over perfection.

Luna: Words to live by.




Alex: Alright, enough with the theory.

Alex: Let’s give people some real tools they can try today.

Luna: Yes, please. I need something that works right now.

Alex: Let’s start with one of my favorites—the Pomodoro Technique.

Luna: Sounds like food.

Alex: It does, but it’s actually a time trick.

Alex: You work for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break.

Luna: That’s it?

Alex: Yep. After four rounds, you take a longer break.

Luna: Like a reward?

Alex: Exactly. It keeps your brain fresh and focused.

Luna: I could do 25 minutes. Maybe.

Alex: It’s easier because it feels short.

Alex: You don’t say “I’ll work all day.” You say “just 25 minutes.”

Luna: It’s like tricking your brain into starting.

Alex: Yes. And once you start, it gets easier.

Luna: Okay, what’s next?

Alex: The Two-Minute Rule.

Alex: If a task takes less than two minutes, do it now.

Luna: Like answering a quick email or putting away clothes?

Alex: Exactly. It clears your mind and reduces your list.

Luna: And builds momentum, right?

Alex: Yes. Small wins lead to bigger wins.

Luna: So don’t overthink. Just do.

Alex: That brings us to the next idea: action beats thinking.

Luna: I love this one.

Alex: Thinking is helpful, but too much can freeze you.

Luna: Especially if you’re overthinking every little detail.

Alex: So instead of planning forever, just take the first step.

Luna: Even if it’s messy or silly.

Alex: Right. Action creates clarity.

Luna: I once wrote a blog post by just typing whatever came to mind.

Alex: Did it work?

Luna: Yeah! I cleaned it up later, but I got it done.

Alex: That’s the power of starting.

Luna: And finishing something—even if it’s not perfect.

Alex: Now let’s talk about tech.

Alex: There are apps that help you plan and stay on track.

Luna: I’ve used some. When I actually open them.

Alex: That’s step one.

Alex: One app I like is Todoist.

Alex: It’s simple, clean, and you can set daily tasks.

Luna: I’ve tried Trello too.

Alex: Trello’s good for visual people.

Alex: You move cards from “To Do” to “Done.”

Luna: That feels satisfying.

Alex: It does.

Alex: Some people use Google Calendar to block work time.

Luna: Like making a date with your tasks.

Alex: Exactly. You say, “This hour is for writing,” and it’s set.

Luna: I also like reminders.

Luna: My phone buzzes and says, “Write now or cry later.”

Alex: That’s one way to motivate.

Luna: Hey, it works.

Alex: The key is to find tools you’ll actually use.

Luna: Don’t download five apps and never open them.

Alex: Start with one.

Alex: Use it for a week and see if it helps.

Luna: And if not, try something else.

Alex: Yep. It’s not one-size-fits-all.

Luna: But the goal is the same: make action easy.

Alex: Lower the wall between you and the task.

Luna: Like, if your shoes are near the door, you’re more likely to work out.

Alex: Exactly. Make doing the thing the easiest choice.

Luna: These tricks really help.

Alex: And they’re simple.

Luna: No big change, just small shifts.

Alex: Because small wins every day beat one big win once a year.

Luna: That’s deep... and also sounds like something from a fortune cookie.

Alex: Hey, maybe I wrote it.

Luna: I knew it!

Alex: Next, we’ll look at long-term changes that build strong habits.

Luna: Can’t wait. Let’s go!




Alex: So far, we’ve talked about short-term tricks.

Alex: Now let’s go deeper—how to build long-term habits that last.

Luna: Like turning anti-procrastination into a lifestyle?

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: First up: change your mindset.

Alex: Forget about doing things perfectly.

Luna: Oh boy, this is tough for me.

Alex: Me too. But perfection often stops us from starting.

Luna: Yeah. If it’s not perfect, I don’t want to begin.

Alex: That’s the trap.

Alex: Try this: “Done is better than perfect.”

Luna: You mean it’s better to finish than to wait forever?

Alex: Yes. Get it done, then improve it later.

Luna: That makes sense.

Alex: Think of a first draft as a sketch, not the final art.

Luna: I like that. It takes the pressure off.

Alex: Over time, your brain learns that starting is safe.

Luna: And finishing feels good.

Alex: Now, let’s talk about goals.

Alex: Long-term habits need strong reasons.

Luna: Like “Why do I even want to do this?”

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: If your goals are only from outside—like grades or pressure—it’s hard to stay on track.

Luna: But if you connect it to something inside, it sticks.

Alex: That’s called “intrinsic motivation.”

Luna: Sounds fancy, but I get it.

Alex: Ask yourself: What do I really want?

Luna: Not what others want from me.

Alex: Right.

Alex: Maybe you want to write because you love stories.

Luna: Or study medicine because you want to help people.

Alex: Those deep reasons give you energy to keep going.

Luna: Even when it’s hard or boring.

Alex: Yes.

Alex: So write down your “why.”

Luna: Like a mission statement for your life.

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: Now, here’s another key: find your best rhythm.

Luna: You mean like morning or night?

Alex: Yes. Everyone has natural energy cycles.

Alex: Some people work best early.

Luna: Not me. I’m a night owl.

Alex: And that’s okay!

Alex: The trick is to plan your hardest tasks during your peak hours.

Luna: So don’t force a 6 a.m. writing session if your brain wakes up at noon.

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: I do my writing before lunch. That’s when I think clearly.

Luna: I do my deep work at night when everything is quiet.

Alex: That’s your power hour.

Luna: Sounds cool.

Alex: When you match tasks to your best time, work feels easier.

Luna: And faster too.

Alex: Less struggle, more flow.

Luna: I like that word—flow.

Alex: It means you're focused, things click, and you enjoy the work.

Luna: So we’re building a system that fits us.

Alex: Yes. Not a system that fights who you are.

Luna: That’s why some plans fail. They don’t match the person.

Alex: Exactly.

Alex: Start simple. Build slowly.

Luna: Like a tiny snowball that becomes huge.

Alex: Great image.

Alex: Over time, small habits become big changes.

Luna: And big changes become your new normal.

Alex: That’s the goal.

Luna: So we build the habit of finishing, not perfecting.

Alex: We know our “why,” and plan with our energy in mind.

Luna: Sounds doable.

Alex: Because it is.

Luna: Let’s keep going.




Luna: Alright, time for our FAQ.

Luna: We asked around and got some big questions.

Alex: And we’ve got answers.

Alex: Let’s jump in.


Luna: First one: “Can procrastination be cured for good?”

Alex: Great question. The short answer is—no, not really.

Luna: Wait, what?

Alex: Don’t panic.

Alex: Procrastination isn’t a disease. It’s a habit.

Luna: So it’s not about fixing it once and for all?

Alex: No. It’s about managing it.

Alex: Like brushing your teeth—you do it every day.

Luna: Even if you don’t feel like it.

Alex: Exactly. You build daily habits that reduce procrastination.

Luna: So the goal is control, not perfection.

Alex: Right. You’ll still have moments when you delay.

Luna: But you bounce back faster.

Alex: That’s the key.

Luna: That makes me feel better.

Alex: Me too.


Luna: Second question: “Why do I procrastinate even when I’m super busy?”

Alex: Oh, this is a big one.

Alex: Being busy doesn’t mean being productive.

Luna: I feel attacked again.

Alex: You’re just relatable.

Alex: Sometimes we stay busy with easy tasks.

Luna: Like checking email ten times a day.

Alex: Or organizing files instead of writing reports.

Luna: Or helping everyone else but not doing your own stuff.

Alex: That’s called “productive procrastination.”

Luna: So you look busy, but you’re avoiding the hard task.

Alex: Exactly.

Luna: Why do we do that?

Alex: Because the hard task feels scary or unclear.

Luna: Or boring.

Alex: So we choose what feels safe.

Alex: But the fix is to face the real task first.

Luna: Eat the frog, right?

Alex: Yes! That’s a famous saying.

Alex: If you eat a frog in the morning, the rest of the day feels easy.

Luna: Yuck, but okay.

Alex: Do the hard thing first.

Luna: Even if it’s small.

Alex: And track how much time you actually use.

Luna: You might be surprised how little is spent on real work.

Alex: But that awareness helps you focus better.


Luna: Last question: “How do I stay on track without someone pushing me?”

Alex: Ah, self-discipline.

Luna: The dream.

Alex: It starts with trust.

Alex: You build trust by keeping small promises to yourself.

Luna: Like waking up on time or writing for ten minutes.

Alex: Yes.

Alex: When you keep a promise, your brain says, “Hey, I can do this.”

Luna: So start small and win often.

Alex: Exactly.

Luna: But what if I just don’t feel like it?

Alex: Then use tools to help you stay on track.

Alex: Like setting reminders, alarms, or blocking apps.

Luna: Or putting your phone in another room.

Alex: That works too.

Alex: Also, make your environment support your goal.

Luna: Like keeping your desk clean?

Alex: Yes, or leaving your workout shoes by the door.

Luna: So the task feels easy to begin.

Alex: That’s the trick—lower the effort to start.

Luna: I also write myself notes.

Luna: Like “Just start, Luna!”

Alex: That’s a great tip.

Alex: It feels like your past self cheering you on.

Luna: Or yelling at me.

Alex: Either way, it works.

Alex: The goal is to build systems that don’t rely on willpower.

Luna: Because willpower runs out fast.

Alex: But good systems last longer.

Luna: I’m going to write that on a sticky note.


Alex: So, to sum up:

Alex: You don’t “cure” procrastination—you manage it.

Luna: Being busy isn’t always being useful.

Alex: And self-discipline is built, not born.

Luna: Got it.

Alex: One small step at a time.

Luna: One frog at a time.

Alex: Exactly.




Alex: Alright, we’ve covered a lot today.

Luna: Yup. Time to wrap things up.

Alex: Let’s go over the key points.

Alex: First, procrastination isn’t just laziness.

Luna: It’s often about fear, stress, or feeling overwhelmed.

Alex: We delay tasks not because we don’t care, but because we care too much.

Luna: Or we don’t know how to start.

Alex: That’s why small steps help.

Luna: Like the Pomodoro method or the Two-Minute Rule.

Alex: Or even just writing one sentence to get going.

Luna: And don’t forget—your mindset matters.

Alex: Yes. Focus on finishing, not being perfect.

Luna: Know your personal “why.”

Alex: And plan around your natural energy times.

Luna: Morning, night, or whenever you feel most alive.

Alex: Also, build systems that support you.

Luna: Like setting reminders or creating a good workspace.

Alex: And most importantly, forgive yourself.

Luna: Everyone delays things sometimes.

Alex: What matters is getting back on track.

Luna: Even if it’s messy.

Alex: Progress, not perfection.

Luna: I’m putting that on my wall.

Alex: We hope today’s episode gave you real tools to try.

Luna: If any part helped you, or made you laugh, let us know.

Alex: We’d love to hear your stories.

Luna: What’s the weirdest thing you’ve done to avoid a task?

Alex: Or the best trick you’ve used to finally start something.

Luna: Drop it in the comments below this episode.

Alex: We read all of them, even if we don’t always reply.

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