Like what people are saying about mindfulness. Ideally, we can notice ourselves drift and self-correct at that moment.

Also think fear plays a role. Hard work can be scary. This video on procrastination from School of Life comes to mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QetfnYgjRE

Personal favorite tip: Breaking things into bite-sized tasks! I have a whiteboard for just this purpose.

Timewarp is going to help me. Set some wormholes up with quotes like "Stop playing the slot machines"