A Tip For Getting Started When You’re Avoiding Something

About this episode

The episode discusses a technique to overcome avoidance and procrastination by starting with small actions.

Avoidance shows up fast when a shower or the gym feels like too much, even when it is already on the to-do list. This trick uses a tiny start, like running the shower for two minutes or putting on sneakers, to break the stuck feeling and see what happens next. It is for procrastination, gym motivation, and getting moving when inertia is winning. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Hosts: Arielle Nissenblatt, Ned Donovan

Topics covered

• procrastination
• motivation
• self-help
• overcoming avoidance
• exercise
• mental health

Keywords

• avoidance
• procrastination
• gym motivation
• getting started
• self-improvement

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