Why Do I Do This? with Johnny Lawrence5 Nov 2025

121. Why Do I Keep Procrastinating? | How to Beat Procrastination

In this episode, Johnny Lawrence dives deep into the psychology of procrastination, exploring why we delay action even when we know what we want. He breaks down the emotional and mental barriers that keep us stuck — such as fear of failure, perfectionism, and self-doubt — and shares practical strategies to take that crucial first step toward progress.

Johnny highlights the power of starting small, showing how lowering your expectations and focusing on small, consistent actions can help you build momentum, motivation, and self-confidence over time. This episode is packed with insights for anyone wanting to stop procrastinating, improve productivity, and take control of their life through simple, sustainable change.

Whether you’re working on personal growth, self-development, or trying to overcome mental blocks, this episode will help you shift your mindset and lead yourself with clarity and purpose.

Takeaways

👉 If you are genuinely struggling with something and you're procrastinating.

👉 Let's lower the bar a little bit.

👉 Be strategic about how we're going to deal with this specific problem.

👉 You don't have to do the whole thing.

👉 Just do the first thing.

👉 Your only job is to start.

👉 Momentum creates motivation.

👉 Start small to build confidence.

👉 Overcoming procrastination requires a shift in mindset.

👉 Taking the first step is crucial for progress.

Website

www.johnnylawrence.co.uk

Johnny’s Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en-gb

The Slavey of Addiction Documentary

https://youtu.be/8j3Nq_lcFlY?si=6I0kXppX9prFFoin

The Self M.A.D.E. Course

https://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/course

The Self M.A.D.E. Life Audit

https://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/self-made-lifeaudit

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