Episode 392: Break Free From Procrastination And Take The Lead

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Episode Number: 392

Episode Title: Break Free From Procrastination - A Soulful Guide to Taking Inspired Action

 

Introduction:

In this heart-centred episode, we explore the more profound truth behind procrastination and discover why it's not about laziness, but about caring deeply and protecting ourselves from potential disappointment. We'll walk through five powerful, soul-aligned shifts that can transform your relationship with taking action.

 

Podcast Highlights:

[00:53] Welcome and introduction to the procrastination challenge

[01:49] Why we procrastinate - the emotional truth

[03:31] The first shift: Getting unchained from fear

[04:54] The second shift: Observing your habitual pattern

[06:29] The third shift: Understanding your commitment level (1-10 scale)

[08:00] The fourth shift: Embracing your imperfections in your journey

[08:45] The fifth shift: Anchoring your vision in love, not fear

[09:44] Final thoughts on breaking free from judgment

[10:49] Closing inspiration and call to action

 

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Episode Summary:

This transformative episode explores procrastination from a soul-level perspective, offering practical yet gentle strategies for moving from stuck to inspired action. Through personal stories and actionable insights, we explore how to break free from the "I'll do it tomorrow" cycle and step into our full potential.

 

Table of Contents:

1. Understanding Procrastination's True Nature

2. The Five Soul-Aligned Shifts

3. Breaking the Pattern of Delay

4. Measuring Your Commitment

5. Embracing Imperfection

6. Moving from Fear to Love

7. Dealing with External Judgment

 

Detailed Discussion:

Understanding Procrastination's True Nature

We explore how procrastination isn't about laziness but deep caring and fear. Common reasons include fear of failure, judgment, unpreparedness, and being overwhelmed by task size.

 

The Five Soul-Aligned Shifts

A detailed breakdown of the transformative shifts:

- Getting unchained from fear

- Observing habitual patterns

- Becoming unstoppable

- Permitting imperfection

- Anchoring vision in love

 

Breaking the Pattern of Delay

Practical strategies for shifting from "I'll start tomorrow" to "I begin today with grace and simplicity," including specific action steps and pattern-breaking techniques.

 

Measuring Your Commitment

Understanding the 1-10 commitment scale and what different levels mean for your journey. This includes guidance for each commitment level and the next steps.

 

Embracing Imperfection

Pascale discusses how to move forward even when things aren't perfect, including practical ways to support yourself through challenges.

 

Moving from Fear to Love

Learn techniques for reconnecting with your why and ensuring actions come from love rather than fear.

 

Dealing with External Judgment

Strategies for handling others' opinions and staying true to your growth path.

 

Conclusion:

Procrastination doesn't have to be your story anymore. By understanding its true nature and implementing these soul-aligned shifts, you can transform your relationship with taking action. Remember, this journey isn't about perfection but progress with self-compassion and love. Your dreams await you to take that first small step, and now you have the tools to begin.

 

Key Takeaways:

- Procrastination is often about caring deeply, not laziness

- Start with small, loving steps rather than demanding perfection

- Your commitment level indicates your next best steps

- Transform fear into love-based action

- Embrace imperfection as part of the journey.

 

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FULL TRANSCRIPT

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Hello, beautiful soul, and welcome back to the Everyday Life Balance Show. I'm Pascale Gibon, your guide for emotional well-being, soulful growth, and self-leadership.

Are you Mr or Mrs Procrastinator? In other words, do you ever whisper to yourself, "I'll do it tomorrow…" but tomorrow comes and goes? If you've been holding onto a dream, project, or even a small life change, but it keeps getting pushed to the bottom of the list, I invite you to stay with me. Because maybe you've been dancing with procrastination. Or should I say, playing the role of Mr or Mrs Procrastinator? And you're not alone. We all visit this place from time to time, and it's a common struggle we all share.

Why we procrastinate (It's not just laziness)

Undoubtedly, procrastination slows down our progress and impacts our freedom. It impacts our freedom because it locks us in fear. Let's gently clear the air: Procrastination doesn't mean you're lazy.

Procrastination often occurs not because we don't care but because we care deeply and fear getting it wrong.

We procrastinate because:

• We fear failure and protect our tender hearts from potential disappointment.
• We fear judgment and feel the weight of others' expectations
• We don't feel ready or good enough
• We're overwhelmed by the size of the task because the mountain looks too high from where we stand.
• Or, deep down, we're unsure whether we're in alignment with what we're pursuing.

I've been there too. There was a time when I wanted to launch a new project — something close to my heart — but I kept putting it off. I told myself I needed more clarity, more research, more time. But in truth? I was afraid of not getting it perfect, of being judged, of putting something out into the world and hearing silence in return.

And yet, when I finally took one small step forward, the weight started to lift. The momentum came. And more importantly, I reclaimed my power.

If fear is holding you back, let's examine five practical, soul-aligned shifts that will help you move forward with confidence and grace.

Get unchained from fear

If you are Mr or Mrs procrastinator, get unchained.

Start small by taking your first step and focus on progress, not perfection. Perfectionism is procrastination in disguise. When we believe something must be flawless, we avoid starting altogether.

Instead, ask: What is one small, doable action I can take today?
Just five minutes of focused energy can create powerful momentum.
You don't need to climb the whole mountain — take the next step.

It's like the actor about to go on stage and has butterflies in his stomach. Yet, despite the fear, he still has to do what he needs to do anyway. He takes his first step, reads his first line and remains in flow.

By taking a small step, you're not just moving forward, you're proving to yourself that you have the power to overcome procrastination.

Let's go deeper and look at what your patterns might tell you.

Observe your habitual pattern.

It's essential to shift the narrative and stop saying "I'll start tomorrow."

Life happens now, so instead of saying, "I'll start tomorrow," speak this truth aloud: "I'm ready now. I begin today with grace and simplicity.” Do you feel the difference?

In addition, developing new success habits is essential.

Let me remind you that to create change, you need three things:

1. Stop doing what doesn't work
2. Keep doing what works
3. Try something new and see if it works.

Let's observe your procrastination pattern.

Why do you procrastinate at a specific moment when you are to fulfil a task?

• Because you don't feel like it
• Because you're not sure it will work.
• Because you're not sure it's worth it.

You can break the pattern and look at your options.

• Are you 100% clear about why you chose a particular path?
• Are you 100% invested in the accomplishment of your goal? Pause and breathe for a moment. If your heart could speak right now, what would it say about this dream you carry?
• Are you 100% clear about your desired outcome?

Take some time to reflect on these questions to build confidence and reduce procrastination.

Let me cover what you must aim for when you have a big dream or idea.

Become unstoppable

Reaching the level of relentlessness means you are hungry and resolve to do whatever it takes.

When you embark on a new journey, your level of commitment will indicate whether you are determined or not and whether you align with the positive changes you desire to make.

On a scale of 1-10, how committed is your decision to accomplish your goal? Be honest with yourself.

• If your commitment score is 1 - 6 out of 10, it will waiver. This will make the journey laborious, like an emotional roller coaster, because you are not emotionally aligned with your goal.

Ask yourself gently:

"Is this still the right dream for me?"


"Am I pursuing this out of love or obligation?"

If it's still true for you, commit fully.
If not, permit yourself to release it, with peace and self-trust.

• If it's 7-9 out of 10, you are on the right path and must follow a clear structure.
• If it's 10 out of 10, you won’t procrastinate for long because you are fully committed to going all the way, no matter the obstacles.
• Let’s move on now to the 4^th practical soul-aligned shift that will move you forward.

Embrace your imperfections

Some days won't feel perfect – there’ll be days when energy dips, when doubt rises. It's okay to feel this way. The key is to return to your path with kindness, not judgment.

Ask yourself: "How can I support myself today, even if it's imperfect?" Permit yourself to be imperfect. You might rest, recommit, or rewrite your plan with more compassion. Your journey doesn't have to be flawless to be powerful.

Anchor Your Vision in Love, Not Fear

Sometimes we lose sight of why we began. Fear clouds our vision and disconnects us from our purpose.

Reconnect with your why. What does this goal mean to you?
How will it feel once you've followed through?

Take a breath. Place your hand on your heart and ask: Am I creating from fear or love? Let love be your compass. Love will always move you forward, gently and surely.

Here is a recap of the five powerful shifts to help you overcome procrastination:

1. Get unchained from fear
2. Observe your habitual patterns
3. Become unstoppable
4. Permit yourself to be imperfect
5. Anchor your vision in love, not fear

There's a final point I'd like to make on the fear of judgment.

Don't let the fear of other people's judgment paralyse you.

A famous quote says, "Someone else's opinion of you is none of your business." We all go through life experiences, and what is true for another person might not be true for us. For example, if they tried a project in the past and failed, it doesn’t mean that you’ll experience the same drawback. We are all different. Become resourceful and model someone who has succeeded at what you desire to accomplish.

When you contemplate change to maximise your potential, the people around you might not understand your desire not to keep the status quo. They might think everything is fine as it is. And they might not understand your desire for growth, so your expectations may differ.

Dear beautiful soul, if procrastination has been holding you back, let this intention rise within you: "Today I choose to begin."

Thank you for joining me. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who needs a little nudge toward their dreams today. And remember, you are capable, worthy and deeply supported.

Until next time, I'm sending you lots of love and radiant light.