Author : Jeffery Combs
Publisher : More Heart Than Talent
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,24 MB
Release : 2011-02
Category :
ISBN : 9781934919149
Almost everyone procrastinates occasionally. Procrastination is delaying a project, task, or intended course of action, despite expecting to feel guilt or shame because of the delay.
Author : Ethan Tussey
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 43,56 MB
Release : 2020-04-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1479802522
2018 Outstanding Academic Title, given by Choice Magazine How mobile devices make our in-between moments valuable to media companies while also providing a sense of control and connection In moments of downtime – waiting for a friend to arrive or commuting to work – we pull out our phones for a few minutes of distraction. Just as television reoriented the way we think about living rooms, mobile devices have taken over the interstitial spaces of our everyday lives. Ethan Tussey argues that these in-between moments have created a procrastination economy, an opportunity for entertainment companies to create products, apps, platforms, subscription services, micropayments, and interactive opportunities that can colonize our everyday lives. But as businesses commoditize our free time, and mobile devices become essential tools for promotion, branding and distribution, consumers are using these devices as a means of navigating public and private space. These devices are not just changing the way we spend and value our time, but also how we interact with others and transform our sense of the politics of space. By examining the four main locations of the procrastination economy—the workplace, the commute, the waiting room, and the “connected” living room—Ethan Tussey illuminates the relationship between the entertainment industry and the digitally empowered public.
Author : John Perry
Publisher : Workman Publishing
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 38,61 MB
Release : 2012-08-28
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 0761175008
At last: Self-help for procrastinators. (The secret: acceptance!) Filled with charm, tongue-in-cheek wit, and the insights of a lifelong introspective dawdler, The Art of Procrastination is a philosophical self-help program for every reader who suffers the pangs of being a procrastinator. John Perry celebrates this nearly universal character flaw by pointing out how often procrastinators are, paradoxically, doers. They may not be accomplishing everything on their to-do lists, but that doesn’t make them slackers. It just indicates a need to rethink the to-do list. He also introduces the philosophical notion of akrasia (the mystery of why we often choose to act against our better judgement), examines the torturous relationship between procrastination and perfectionism, and shows how to give yourself permission to do an imperfect but, in fact, perfectly good job. These are strategies—task triage, horizontal organization. Underlying causes—right-parenthesis deficit disorder. Anecdotes and ideas. But above all, an attitude of acceptance. Pat yourself on the back for what you manage to get done—but don’t stop enjoying that time you waste, too. Who knows where daydreams will lead?
Author : Jeffery Combs
Publisher : Red Wheel/Weiser
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 47,65 MB
Release : 2011-10-15
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 160163627X
What kind of procrastinator are you? Get to the root of the problem with this practical guide that pinpoints the causes—and the cure. How do you let go of procrastination? First you need to recognize and defuse the feelings that lead to it, which can be very different from one person to the next. Then you can develop the ability to both produce and relax without guilt. In The Procrastination Cure, you’ll discover: •The root causes of procrastination (it’s not merely a time-management issue) •The six types of procrastinators: the Neurotic Perfectionist, the Big Deal Chaser, the Chronic Worrier, the Rebellious Procrastinator, the Drama Addict, and the Angry Giver •Key strategies, practical solutions, and real-life examples for overcoming each variety of procrastination From a success coach and popular speaker who’s a recovering procrastinator himself, this is a book that can put you on the path to getting things done—and living a better life.
Author : Mary Lamia
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 17,13 MB
Release : 2017-06-29
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 144220382X
A marvel of evolution is that humans are not solely motivated by their desire to experience positive emotions. They are also motivated, and even driven to achieve, by their attempt to avoid or seek relief from negative ones. What Motivates Getting Things Done: Procrastination, Emotions, and Success explains how anxiety is like a highly motivating friend, why you should fear failure, and the underpinnings of shame, distress, and fear in the pursuit of excellence. Many successful people put things off until a deadline beckons them, while countless others can’t resist the urge to do things right away. Dr. Lamia explores the emotional lives of people who are successful in their endeavors—both procrastinators and non-procrastinators alike—to illustrate how the human motivational system works, why people respond to it differently, and how everyone can use their natural style of getting things done to their advantage. The book illustrates how the different timing of procrastinators and non-procrastinators to complete tasks has to do with when their emotions are activated and what activates them. Overall, What Motivates Getting Things Done illustrates how emotions play a significant role in our style of doing, along with our way of being, in the world. Readers will acquire a better understanding of the innate biological system that motivates them and how they can make the most of it in all areas of their lives.
Author : Petr Ludwig
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 36,96 MB
Release : 2018-12-31
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1250308054
What would your life look like without procrastination? According to the latest scientific research, you’d be less stressed, more productive, healthier, and statistically live longer. A global bestseller, The End of Procrastination offers science-based, practical tools to overcome postponement and live a fulfilled life. The book provides everything you need to change how you manage your time, pick priorities, and tackle your daily tasks. With 8 simple tools, you can get started right away. This easy-to-read guide will show you that long-term satisfaction is something you can attain. The book will help you to: - Develop a sense of purpose and lead a happier, more fulfilled life. - Uncover how motivation works and how to gain the right type of motivation. - Learn to enjoy our work, feel less stressed, and focus more. - Avoid becoming a goal junkie and create your personal vision. - Organize your daily life, set priorities, and actually finish things. - Build new positive habits and end bad ones. - Cope with decision paralysis and become an everyday hero. Based on the latest research, The End of Procrastination summarizes over 120 scientific studies to create a step-by-step program supported by illustrations that will work as a long-term reminder of the book’s contents. By understanding why procrastination happens and how your brain responds to motivation and self-discipline, the book provides readers with the knowledge to conquer procrastination once and for all.
Author : Piers Steel
Publisher : Random House Canada
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 47,72 MB
Release : 2010-12-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0307366383
DON'T WAIT TO READ THIS BOOK: The world's leading expert on procrastination uses his groundbreaking research to offer understanding on a matter that bedevils us all. Writing with humour, humanity and solid scientific information reminiscent of Stumbling on Happiness and Freakonomics, Piers Steel explains why we knowingly and willingly put off a course of action despite recognizing we'll be worse off for it. For those who surf the Web instead of finishing overdue assignments, who always say diets start tomorrow, who stay up late watching TV to put off going to sleep, The Procrastination Equation explains why we do what we do—or in this case don't—and why in Western societies we're in the midst of an escalating procrastination epidemic. Dr. Piers Steel takes on the myths and misunderstandings behind procrastination and motivation. With accessible prose and the benefits of new scientific research, he provides insight into why we procrastinate even though the result is that we are less happy, healthy, and even wealthy. Who procrastinates and why? How many ways, big and small, do we procrastinate? How can we stop doing it? The reasons are part cultural, part psychological, part biological. And, with a million new ways to distract ourselves in the digitized world, more of us are potentially damaging ourselves by putting things off. But Steel not only analyzes the factors that weigh us down but the things that motivate us—including understanding the value of procrastination.
Author : Jason Timothy
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 47,38 MB
Release : 2020-07-18
Category :
ISBN : 9781983207334
Music Production can be an elusive art form for many, and the challenges that face someone who is new to this can easily create overwhelm and lead to complete paralysis. The goal of this book, is to cover music production from many different angles in a way that will change your thinking on the subject and build your confidence.Music making is a very mental and psychological game, and more often than not, all the technical stuff can hold you back from achieving your goals if you don't have the right creative habits in place first.With all the information available with a simple Google search, I wanted to really get to the heart of things that aren't being discussed nearly enough. I want to clear out all the garbage you may have been told and replace it with the essentials you can put to immediate use. Many people new to music may dive into forums and mindlessly watch video tutorials attempting to gather more and more information until they think they have enough to get going (hint: you never feel like you know enough).That would be like reading a whole encyclopedia and then being asked to recall only the important things that will get you from point A to point B. Even worse, much of the information you get will contradict the last thing you read. It's like finding a needle in a haystack only to be told it's the wrong needle. There is a much better approach. It's an approach that doesn't require you to know a lot to get started. You only need to know enough to get to the next step in your process.There is truly nothing stopping you from becoming a music producer. The ones who are successful now are the ones who started from nothing and chipped away at it until they found a way to express their unique voice. There are no gatekeepers making decisions on who is worthy and who isn't. The determining factor is you, your habits and your confidence in yourself.This book can be read from start to finish, or as a "choose your own adventure", going directly to what you think can help you most right now. Don't get caught up thinking you have to devour everything before getting started. That isn't necessary, and isn't the point of the book.The core concepts in the book will come up time & time again which should help you retain them & be able to recall them when the need arrives. By exploring these concepts from several angles you should gain a broad view of their many uses.My hope is that this book is used as a toolbox. You simply find the right tool that moves you forward and get back to work. So few people, who have more than enough information in their heads, ever start. Of those who do start, even fewer finish what they started and are satisfied with the results. I want you to be in that small group of finishers.Let's get started.
Author : Alexander Chase
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 23,58 MB
Release : 2016-06-05
Category :
ISBN : 9781533560483
Have you ever feel stuck and unable to take action towards the things you want to achieve in life? Are you permanently postponing your tasks assuming that there will always be a tomorrow so that there is no urgency to take action now? These are just a few "Symptoms of Procrastination" There's always a better option; always something more fun than what needs to be done. When the urgent needs get thrown by the wayside for more pleasurable, less urgent tasks, this is called procrastination. Procrastinating is often referred to as "waiting until the last minute", those who procrastinate are filled with feelings of guilt, inadequacy, self-doubt, depression, and anxiety. Procrastination is a bad habit that if you let it, could destroy your life, dreams and goals completely. This book will provide you with effective strategies and solid action plans that you can easily integrate into your life to stop procrastination TODAY! Here Is a Preview of What You Will Learn Why Do We Procrastinate? How to Regain Your Focus Action Plan to Overcome Procrastination! Identify and Re-establish Priorities Learn To Develop New Habits So TODAY, and with the help of the practical material exposed on this book, you have the power to change things now for a better tomorrow.
Author : Bruce Merrick
Publisher :
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 31,30 MB
Release : 2020-11-09
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781801236836
Do you want to get more things done faster without that frustrating feeling of being held back? You probably allow tasks to pile up continuously until they make you feel totally overwhelmed. You are not able to prioritize your projects, and you let your mind jump from one topic to another. But how do you feel at the end of the day when you haven't achieved even half of your set goals and you are miles away from hitting your targets? It's time to stop this shitty cycle, destroy your inner procrastinator, and unleash your maximum potential! Take a moment to imagine how you'll feel when you are able to maintain a laser focus even in this era of constant distractions, make quick decisions regarding which projects need your immediate attention, go through your to-do list like a damn machine, and finish your work each day with hours to spare. This book is exactly what you need to break free of your self-destructive bad habits! Thanks to a mix of psychology, self-help, and years of direct experience in the field, Bruce Merrick offers an effective, step-by-step blueprint for success. The author covers: The 4-point framework to unfuck yourself and rewire your brain for success A damn simple habit to get things done faster How to plan short-term goals to achieve long-term aspirations The 5 simple, vital pillars for effective time management The worst mistakes you can make when writing your daily to-do list (avoid them at all cost) 5 little-known psychological tricks that the most successful people use to boost their productivity How to instantly destroy any fear and beat procrastination for the rest of your life Bruce Merrick goes straight to the point. Too rude? Maybe, but his unconventional and irreverent method is what has already helped thousands all over the world achieve insane success in all areas of their lives. Perfect for anyone who wants to get unstuck, stop delaying, and start living their most inspired life.
