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One Good Reason Why You Shouldn’t Procrastinate

Terry Matlen, ACSW
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ADHD expert, consultant, writer. Director: www.MomsWithADD.com

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Procrastinating. Because I put off de-cluttering, I'm now hyperfocusing on the state of my house, knowing I'll have visitors, soon.

 

So don't tell Dr. Sudowski that instead of resting my leg in a miserably uncomfortable cast, I've been pushing bags and boxes around so that the room is at least somewhat presentable when friends and family come to visit.

 

Better yet, maybe I should hole myself up in the Family Room. At least THAT room is somewhat tidy. Well, it was yesterday, anyway.


So here's a lesson learned: next time you find yourself procrastinating on a boring, dull chore, picture yourself in a hospital bed, unable to wash that load of laundry or dishes and ask yourself: 'if I couldn't do it, how would that make me feel?' Chances are, that visual will give you just the motivation you need to tidy up!

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