Ask HN: I am wasting so much of time, what can I do?

Re:Ask HN: I am wasting so much of time, what can I do? by antoinevg on Sunday September 11, 2011 @10:35AM (#2983845)

It's counterintuitive but try reducing the amount of work you take on until you start seeing a reduction in the amount of time you spend procrastinating.

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Re:Ask HN: I am wasting so much of time, what can I do? by maxhawkins on Sunday September 11, 2011 @12:25PM (#2984059)

I find the same thing. My focus is much better when I remember to get away from the work take care of myself.

At a friend's recommendation I started going to the gym when I feel myself drifting into procrastination. I was skeptical of the benefits at first but now it consistently clears my mind and sets me on the right track. I think it has something to do with the dopamine release that exercise provides.

It might also be worthwhile to examine -why- you're procrastinating. In my experience, procrastination is caused by anxiety about the project I'm working on.

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Re:Ask HN: I am wasting so much of time, what can I do? by ahmedaly on Sunday September 11, 2011 @10:41AM (#2983854)

Thanks for the tip, but getting more work is giving me some positive result..

But I need to solve this issue permanently.. as I started to lose a percentage of my income because of failed projects.

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Re:Ask HN: I am wasting so much of time, what can I do? by maxhawkins on Sunday September 11, 2011 @12:27PM (#2984065)

If you're really struggling, I'd also look into Adult ADHD. It's more prevalent than many people realize.

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