Procrastination Avoidance Hierarchy
The ability to Focus is something that adds a lot of value to a life, and is something that can be improved. There are a multitude of focus-improvement techniques out there, and they range from “just getting started” to “maximizing productivity”. Here is some steps up the focus technique hierarchy:
Step 0 - recognize
First you have to realize you’re not focusing on what you should be. You have to Know Your Immediate Task, then have enough awareness To recognize you’re not doing it.
Step 1 - understand
Next you should try to determine the Reason You’re Procrastinating. Is it more to avoid the discomfort of doing the thing or because the distraction seems genuinely more important?
Step 2 - five minute rule
If you’re avoiding the discomfort of focusing on the difficult task, just lean into it for 5 minutes. Just Commit for a Bit, then you can take a break.
Step 3 - the Pomodoro Technique 🍅
This is something you cannot do until you can commit for a bit. Trying to jump straight into a full 25 minutes (or whatever your timer is set for) can be too much. I’ve done this.
Step 4 - Time Blocking
This is where you’re reaching the pinnacle of productivity and focus. This requires a well-honed ability to focus. Trying to jump straight into time blocking does not work. But, if you’re finding yourself not being too avoidant of the tasks you’re on, if you’ve mastered the ability to commit for a decent chunk of time, then you can move into the realm of scheduling focus sessions in advance.
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