[ValensiaRomaro]

Hey everyone, I’ve been struggling with procrastination for a while now, and it’s really starting to affect both my work and personal projects. I’ve tried making to-do lists and setting alarms, but I still find myself scrolling social media or putting tasks off until the last minute. I’m curious—what strategies have actually worked for you to overcome procrastination? Any tools, apps, or habits that genuinely make a difference?

[fransismoreno]

I totally get what you’re saying. I used to be the same way, constantly delaying work until the deadline was looming and then stressing out. One thing that has helped me a lot is using self-help apps that focus on habit tracking and emotional awareness, like the Liven app. It’s not just about setting reminders—it encourages you to reflect on your mood, which surprisingly helps in identifying why I procrastinate in the first place. For example, some days I avoid tasks because I’m anxious about starting them, and tracking my feelings has made me more mindful. The app also suggests small, manageable actions instead of overwhelming to-do lists, which actually motivates me to start tasks instead of pushing them off. There’s a good review of it here if you want to see how it works: what is liven. Combining that with the classic “Pomodoro technique”—25-minute focused sessions followed by short breaks—has been a game-changer for me. It’s really about finding something that makes starting easier and keeps you accountable without feeling overwhelming.

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I’ve noticed the same thing—breaking tasks into tiny steps and giving myself little rewards makes it way easier to stay on track. Even just writing down one small action in the morning can help reduce the mental block that leads to procrastination. It doesn’t solve everything, but it definitely makes the day feel more manageable.

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