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How to Teach Yourself Discipline and Stop Procrastinating

August 29, 2019 by Christopher

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There are many tasks in life that require immense discipline and focus.

The willingness to complete these tasks often depends on how much you enjoy performing them and how much time you have before the deadline. Without discipline, people would procrastinate to the point where nothing would ever be done. It is a vital skill that helps you feel more productive and capable, especially regarding jobs you would rather not have to do.

Here are a few tips on how to improve your discipline and stop procrastinating.

 

Set Clear Goals

There’s no point in forcing yourself to be disciplined if you haven’t got a goal in mind or a task to finish. It can feel almost impossible to get your work done when you aren’t certain of what exactly is expected of you or what the end result should look like.

That’s why it’s important to first clarify what you want as an ideal outcome. Outline the details of your goals and the steps that lead to achieving them. Cut each step down into manageable tasks that are easier to perform one at a time. Often the reason people procrastinate is that the weight of the impending task seems so infinitely large or difficult that it isn’t worth attempting.

By cutting it down to smaller pieces, you’ll be more likely to progress without hesitation.

 

Create Lasting Habits

Habits are formed by repetition. You may not believe that you have a routine when you spend all day at home, but in fact, you will most likely be performing similar tasks at similar times throughout the day.

By making your habits less incidental and more intentional, you can construct a lasting routine for yourself that guides you towards achieving the goals you set out beforehand. Disciplined people don’t necessarily love working hard or for long periods of time, but they have made it a habit to do so, which makes it easier for them to avoid procrastination.

 

Reward Yourself

You might be able to carry on with a strict routine of helpful habits for a few days without rewarding yourself, but after a while, you’ll start to wonder why you’re doing any of it. Of course, short-term goals can help to prevent this feeling, but so can minor rewards along the way.

Treat yourself after a solid hour of work with a visit to lottogo before getting back on track, or go out for lunch to give your mind a brief rest. Teach your brain that it will be rewarded for hard work and you’ll find it easier to complete your tasks with less struggle.

 

Visualize the Future

If you’re having a tough time pushing ahead in your work, even with regular rewards, take some time to sit back and reflect on how you will feel once it’s all done.

Don’t just write down your goals, imagine them as vividly as you can. By connecting emotionally with the ideal future and the fruits of your labor, you’ll be far more motivated to stay disciplined.

What are you doing to teach yourself self-discipline? 

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Chris is a personal finance blogger with Stumble Forward helping people avoid life's financial mistakes and live a higher quality financial life.

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Hi, my name is Chris! I’m a personal finance and small business nerd.  Check out my blog where I share all of my favorite tips about saving money to running a small business.

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