You know that task you keep putting off? The email you don’t want to open? The thing that lingers on your to-do list?
It’s easy to blame procrastination on lack of willpower. But what if avoidance isn’t laziness – it’s a signal?
Watch the video or read the transcript below.
💭 Introduction: You see an email come in, and you’re dreading opening it – so you put it off. Sound familiar?
💭 Main Tip: When we procrastinate over something, it’s because we’re trying to meet our needs. Instead of forcing yourself to just do it, try getting curious: What is it about this task that I’m resisting?
💭 Example: You notice you’re avoiding an email from a client. Instead of pushing your reaction aside, you pause and realise you’re worried it might contain criticism. Your need to know that you are of value feels threatened. A helpful first step is naming that need to yourself – "I’m worried about feeling judged, and I need to know that I am good enough exactly as I am."
From there, you might decide to open the email when you feel more resourced, or even to reframe it as an opportunity to build self-compassion and resilience.
💭 Over to You: This week, if you find yourself procrastinating, take a moment to ask: What need of mine feels at risk here? See what shifts when you name it.
💭 Closing: Avoidance isn’t just about willpower – it’s about unmet needs. Let me know what you notice when you try this!
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