Indeed, this is a very silly question because we all are. Procrastination is fundamental to human beings. Procrastination is simply the habit of putting off for tomorrow what you can do today.
The fact is that nine out of ten of us have this habit. We tend to postpone jobs and tasks. The thing about procrastination is that we tend to put off only those tasks that seem unappealing to us. If the task is boring, or monotonous, or involves too much hard work, then it stands a very good chance of getting postponed. It is not because of the lack of time that we do not do the task. On the contrary, we might have plenty of time to do it but we tend to postpone it and justify ourselves saying that we do not have the time for it.
The truth is the job becomes more unpleasant the more you postpone it. Fortunately there is a simple technique that will help you to stop putting things off. =>
Technique:
Break big jobs down into small manageable tasks. Something that would take only 5-10 minutes to complete. Make it as tiny as you can. Let's say your goal is to lose weight and you decided to work out every day for 30 minutes. You could write down your assignment: "Do one exercise for lower abs 10 times." Yes, just one exercise, just 10 times. It would take you about 1 or 2 minutes.
The secret is that the most difficult thing is to get started. Once you get started you're 95% most likely to finish the whole 30 minute work out! Even if you do one exercise 10 times, it is better than nothing. You wouldn't feel guilty and depressed - you've fulfilled your assignment! And if you do more you'll feel even better! The trick is to give yourself a really small task: To make a phone call, or to read one page of a textbook. And once you get started you will actually find out that you won't mind doing more than you planned!
See you at the top.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Monday, August 17, 2009
What's My Positive Thinking Level?
http://www.quibblo.com/quiz/1cKSG67/Whats-Your-Positive-Thinking-Level
Welcome to the Positive Thinking level test! We all know how important is positive thinking to accomplish success and achieve all goals. But do you know your personal "positivity level"? Answer these 10 simple questions and find out!
The result:
Congratulations! You are a genuinely optimistic person! You see the bright side in every situation and are not afraid to take risks, but at the same time your decisions are usually very well thought out. If you see an opportunity you don’t let it pass by. You know that things will work out in the end and the almost always do. Your positive and realistic attitude attracts other people to you and a lot of times they seek your advice or help. One word of warning though, even with your heady optimism there could still be moments in your life, when you’ll feel down or upset. It is absolutely normal. Don’t be afraid to share your problems and worries with others, if you feel down. Even the most optimistic people in the world sometimes need support and encouragement!
Welcome to the Positive Thinking level test! We all know how important is positive thinking to accomplish success and achieve all goals. But do you know your personal "positivity level"? Answer these 10 simple questions and find out!
The result:
Congratulations! You are a genuinely optimistic person! You see the bright side in every situation and are not afraid to take risks, but at the same time your decisions are usually very well thought out. If you see an opportunity you don’t let it pass by. You know that things will work out in the end and the almost always do. Your positive and realistic attitude attracts other people to you and a lot of times they seek your advice or help. One word of warning though, even with your heady optimism there could still be moments in your life, when you’ll feel down or upset. It is absolutely normal. Don’t be afraid to share your problems and worries with others, if you feel down. Even the most optimistic people in the world sometimes need support and encouragement!
Happiness in YOU
Happiness seems to be the single thread that ties many people together because everyone seeks happiness at some point in their life. Happiness is not elusive, yet it seems that many people have trouble knowing what happiness truly is, or how to find it for themselves.
Happiness is defined as a state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy. Let's break down this definition to get a clearer picture of exactly what happiness is...
First, take note that happiness is defined by your emotions. Let that thought soak in for a minute. Now read it again: Happiness is defined by your emotions. That means you can choose to be happy, or not. Happiness is clearly and solely dependent upon your attitude and thoughts.
Your emotions, ranging from contentment to joy, is what defines that feeling of happiness you can experience. Contentment is simply being happy with your lot in life.
Your attitude defines your happiness...or unhappiness.
The secret of happiness doesn't lie in having all the things you think you need. Many people say that if they just had a couple more thousand dollars, or a bigger house, or a better job, then their life would be better and they'd be happier.
The truth is, no matter how much physical possessions you own, those things can never define your happiness. You must reach deep within yourself and become content with your life as it is. That is when you'll learn the true secret of happiness.
See you at the top
Happiness is defined as a state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy. Let's break down this definition to get a clearer picture of exactly what happiness is...
First, take note that happiness is defined by your emotions. Let that thought soak in for a minute. Now read it again: Happiness is defined by your emotions. That means you can choose to be happy, or not. Happiness is clearly and solely dependent upon your attitude and thoughts.
Your emotions, ranging from contentment to joy, is what defines that feeling of happiness you can experience. Contentment is simply being happy with your lot in life.
Your attitude defines your happiness...or unhappiness.
The secret of happiness doesn't lie in having all the things you think you need. Many people say that if they just had a couple more thousand dollars, or a bigger house, or a better job, then their life would be better and they'd be happier.
The truth is, no matter how much physical possessions you own, those things can never define your happiness. You must reach deep within yourself and become content with your life as it is. That is when you'll learn the true secret of happiness.
See you at the top
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