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Ep. 103 - What Would Your Future Self Thank You For Doing Today?
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"Why do I keep putting this off?" It's the question we all ask ourselves when facing tasks we know we should tackle but somehow never do. In this candid conversation, we dive deep into the psychology of procrastination and share battle-tested strategies to finally break through.
The struggle is real: we maintain structure at work because others depend on us, but when it comes to personal goals, we often lack the same accountability systems. Kevin opens up about wanting to apply his professional discipline to personal goals like growing the podcast's social media presence. "After working all day, I don't want to do much, but I also have goals that require effort," he admits, capturing that universal tension between relaxation and growth.
What makes this episode particularly valuable is our focus on practical, immediately applicable solutions. We explore how setting aside just 15 minutes daily can build momentum for even your most neglected projects. Nancy shares her old-school paper calendar technique that provides visual cues for commitments, while Lou discusses how the right mindset can transform burdensome tasks into acts of self-respect.
By the episode's end, we each make public declarations for the coming week - specific, achievable goals with clear action steps. From creating business materials to establishing consistent exercise routines, we demonstrate how to turn vague intentions into concrete plans. The power of these declarations lies in their specificity and the accountability we create by sharing them.
Try this yourself: choose one personal goal you've been postponing, break it down into a 15-minute daily action, add it to your calendar, and tell someone who'll check in on your progress. Your future self will thank you for the positive changes these small steps will create. What declaration will you make today?
Chapters
1. Ep. 103 - What Would Your Future Self Thank You For Doing Today? (00:00:00)
2. Episode Introduction (00:00:09)
3. Setting Structure in Personal Life (00:00:51)
4. Breaking Through Mental Barriers (00:03:35)
5. Creating Accountability Systems (00:06:58)
6. Prioritizing Self-Care and Personal Growth (00:09:18)
7. Making Declarations and Setting Goals (00:16:35)
8. Closing Thoughts and Call to Action (00:22:09)
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