Overcoming Procrastination: Small Steps Forward

Your brain is literally wired to make you procrastinate. Ancient Greek philosophers called it akrasia,

acting against your better judgment. Here's what's really happening. You have two selves,

your Present Self and your Future Self. When you set goals like getting fit

or writing that paper, you're planning for your Future Self.

But when it's time to actually do the work, only your Present Self can take action.

And your Present Self loves instant gratification, scrolling TikTok feels better right

now than studying for an exam next week. The fix? Make tasks so small

you can't say no. Use the 2-minute rule, start any habit in under two minutes.