We’ve all been there, right? Some of us end up there more often than we’d like, while others somehow manage to avoid the dreaded procrastination trap. It makes me wonder if there’s some secret to beating it and finally getting things done. But you know what? I’ve come to the conclusion that there isn’t. We live in a world filled with endless distractions that make procrastination way too easy. And hey, I’m not blaming anyone because I’ve been guilty of it too. Honestly, I still struggle to get things done sometimes. Take this blog, for example. I had the idea two weeks ago, but finding the energy to start writing? That’s a whole different story.

You know what I found as the most obvious answer to beat procrastination? It’s all about changing who we are at our core. We’ve heard about making changes a million times, but real change doesn’t come without transforming our very identity. See, even if you manage to adopt a good or healthy habit, you can still slip back into the bad habit if you can’t cope with it. And let’s not forget, our bodies are used to the old routine, so they’ll do everything they can to go back to their default programming. You know, the usual stuff like binge-watching Netflix series, endless scrolling on Instagram and TikTok, or just plain old procrastinating instead of getting work done.

When we see others procrastinating or hear about it, it’s like an invitation for us to join the party too. It’s almost like we’re telling our minds, ‘Hey, that’s what we want!’ And let’s face it, it’s way easier and more pleasant to give in to those desires. If you have a task ahead that demands focus, sacrifices, and hard work, but your current identity doesn’t align with it, you’ll find sneaky ways to avoid it without even realizing it. That’s why, if you want to kick that procrastination habit to the curb, you have to change who you are deep down, which is an identity change and the best way to do that is by slowly changing your habits.

Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day, and the same goes for changing habits. It takes time. But once you notice those habits starting to shift, that’s when you’ll realize you’ve got a whole new identity. You’re no longer the person who had those old habits. But listen up, it’s an ongoing process, and you have to stay consistent and persistent. Your system might rebel against those new habits at first, but you have to teach it a thing or two, little by little. When those habits become your very identity, trust me, being the person you’ve always wanted to be becomes a whole lot easier.