#6 Mastering Procrastination and Overcoming Analysis Paralysis |Patrick Sanaghan| TDP

Author: Julian Merten
Published: Thu 06 Jun 2024
Episode Link: https://shows.acast.com/doubtless/episodes/6-procrastination-patrick-sanaghan

Join Coach and Psychologist Julian on The Doubtless Podcast as he chats with Patrick, a lifelong procrastinator and author of 'How to Be a Better Procrastinator.' This episode dives deep into themes of mindfulness, managing emotions, and overcoming analysis paralysis. Patrick shares his personal stories and insights, stressing the importance of starting small, celebrating wins, and making progress visible. They discuss the value of mentors, creating a space for deep thought, and how routines and realistic goals can combat procrastination. You'll learn about practical strategies like temptation bundling, mind mapping, and breaking tasks into bite-sized chunks. Plus, the impact of self-compassion and personal relationships on happiness. Get ready for a candid, insightful conversation filled with actionable tips to tackle procrastination and self-criticism.

Patrick Sanaghan is the president of a consulting firm that works in the Higher Education space in the US. He is the author of many books, including How To Be A Better Procrastinator

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/How-Better-Procrastinator-Super-Achievers/dp/B0C6BWWC25

00:00 Introduction to the Doubtless Podcast

00:35 Discussing Patrick's Book on Procrastination

03:25 The Emotional Aspect of Procrastination

06:04 Setting Realistic Goals and Managing Expectations

08:47 Delegation and Peer Support

13:22 Routines, Rituals, and the Importance of Starting

36:53 The Power of Rewards and Making Progress Visible

45:21 The Impact of Social Media on Procrastination

47:55 The Dopamine Effect of Notifications

49:01 The Addiction to Busyness

50:56 Breaking the Cycle of Old Habits