by Christine Li | Nov 3, 2015 | All Posts
In so many ways, the experience of making it to adulthood involves a constant stream of needing to impress others and to perform to others’ standards. And that is just what’s involved in getting a proper education. Add the need to dress fashionably, to speak without...
by Christine Li | Sep 30, 2015 | Actions, All Posts, Feelings
I think it's about time I wrote about lying. It's such an important topic in the sphere of Procrastination. There are so many different types of lying, I could categorize and describe them all day. But since none of us has all day for that, I will just talk about a...
by Christine Li | Aug 27, 2015 | All Posts, Feelings, Resistance, Techniques
Why should I put myself out there? In some ways, Procrastinators are really really smart. They know what's up when they say to themselves — “If no one is looking, why should I put myself out there?” After all, if we don't put ourselves out there,...
by Christine Li | Aug 11, 2015 | Actions, All Posts, Feelings, Resistance, Techniques
This week I found myself going around in circles creatively, and not in a good way. I had just finished a few major projects, including wrapping up teaching my on-line course, Open to the Possibilities. I was left with a little more time on my hands, and nothing...
by Christine Li | Jul 31, 2015 | Actions, All Posts, Resistance, Resources, Techniques
Repetition is your friend. Repetition allows you to get comfortable. It allows you to feel at ease in your performance. It allows you to preserve your mental space for more complex matters you need to concentrate on. But sometimes, being able to repeat certain...
by Christine Li | Jul 25, 2015 | Actions, All Posts, Feelings, Resistance
Let's try to figure out what's getting in your way. Why can't you finish what you've started? Why do your ideas never see the light of day? Why can't you introduce yourself to that cute new neighbor of yours? Why is your workspace a cluttered mess? Here's my opinion...