Introduction

Let me ask you something: Have you ever looked at a sink full of dishes and thought, “Yeah, I’ll get to that later,” only to find yourself deep into a Netflix marathon five hours later with that same sink now harboring what might be a new species of mold?  Welcome to the club—I’ve been there, too.  For years, I felt like I was just coasting through life.  I was working long hours, sure, but when it came to my personal time, I was a master of doing nothing.  I deserved it, right?  Yet, every Sunday evening, as the weekend faded into another workweek, I was hit with a gnawing disappointment.  My house was still a mess; I hadn’t seen my friends. I was stuck in this loop of unhappiness. Finding a way to overcome procrastination became a new goal of mine.

Realizing the Truth About Procrastination

I realized something needed to change.  I wasn’t a lazy piece of sh!t, even though that voice in my head tried to convince me otherwise.  The truth was, I had fallen victim to procrastination—a beast that lurks in the shadows of our everyday lives, convincing us that it’s okay to put things off until later or until we’re “ready.” Spoiler alert: later never comes, and “ready” is a myth.

The Power of Starting Small

So, I started small.  I made a list.  Nothing fancy—just a simple list of things I needed to get done over the weekend.  And no, it didn’t include curing cancer or writing the next great American novel.  It was stuff like “do laundry,” “clean the bathroom,” and “call parents.” Exciting?  Not really.  But here’s the thing: as I started crossing off those mundane tasks, something amazing happened.  I felt good—like, really good.  Checking off those items gave me a sense of accomplishment, even if they were just small victories.  And guess what?  That feeling of progress drove me to do more.  I started taking on bigger tasks, learning new skills, and reconnecting with friends.  Little by little, I took control of my life.

Let’s Get Started Together

Now, I’m here to share what I’ve learned with you.  This book isn’t about shaming you for procrastinating or telling you that you’re lazy.  Quite the opposite.  I want to show you that you can make meaningful progress in your life, even if it feels like you’re stuck.  The key?  Start small.  Make a list, prioritize, and tackle one thing at a time.  It’s not rocket science, but it works. How have you tried to overcome procrastination?

This book is for anyone who feels like their life is slipping away, like they’re spinning their wheels but not getting anywhere.  If you find yourself wondering where the time has gone, you’re in the right place.  Whether you’re trying to clean your house, level up in your career, or just feel less crappy about how you spend your time, this book will give you the tools to stop procrastinating and start living. So, let’s dive in, have a few laughs along the way, and most importantly, let’s get sh*t done.  Because the life you want isn’t as far away as it seems—it’s just a few small steps (and a couple of crossed-off to-do lists) away. Together, we can overcome procrastination with small steps.