Procrastination

I am the queen of procrastination. I have a myriad of excuses for why I can't start a job/task/project, but in truth, all of my excuses are simply EXCUSES. Here are a few of my most used:

1. I can't finish within the allotted time

2. The end-product might not be perfect

3. I have to do important internet research first

4. I don't have all the ingredients/supplies

My goal for the next few months is to stop procrastinating in all areas of my life. I need to start off with prayer and sincerely ask God to order my days. I've asked Him to prioritize my time before, but I never really listened. God will not give me more to do in one day than I can accomplish.

The next step is to stay moving. It's amazing how much I can accomplish if I don't sit down. Once I sit down, I'm down for awhile. I always have a really good reason for why I'm sitting down ;) There's my important internet research, reading a book for book club or school, catching up on email and Facebook, or watching the news. My problem is that I tend to spend too much time on any or all of the above. I get carried away and the time just flies by. The next thing I know, it's dinner time and nothing much has been accomplished. Nothing gets done if zero effort is put forth.

My final step is to lighten up on myself. I don't need to be perfect in everything I do. I couldn't be perfect even if I tried, and honestly, I don't think anyone is expecting it. I'm going to strive to live life with joy and thanksgiving, not fear and judgment! God knows the state of my heart and whether I'm following His will for my life or not.