As former procrastinators, we recall saying things like “I did that for a while” or “I tried to do that but I flubbed it.” Sticking with something can be hard, especially at first. When other things in life demand attention, pursuing a goal over a long period of time is a definite challenge. Try this: …
Former procrastinators, our tendency to put things off comes with a talent for rationalization. (Varnishing over?) For us, it’s easy to find reasons not to do what needs doing when it needs doing. We invent a perspective that serves our desire to delay. We twist facts in our favor, believe that, and act on the…
Oh, dear. I forgot to write a thank you note, former procrastinators. I forgot because I positioned myself to forget by not writing it immediately. I put if off. I found my reminder in a small temporary pile. I should’ve dropped it in my hot file so I would find it on the day I…
The importance of thinking, former procrastinators, (Thinking Is a Thing September 18,2013) reminds us to consider our time with the Lord. If we put off this inspection, we could motor on as we have been – something beneficial or detrimental depending on our habit. A checkup is wise. “Oh that men would give thanks to…
So, fellow former procrastinators, reading the title do you see an adjective describing where clutter hangs out? Or do you see a verb urging action? Either answer wins! We have to recognize clutter for what it is and remove it. Are you discouraged when you walk in the kitchen? Have jars, water bottles, and cookie…
Former procrastinators, I knew a first grade teacher who was a master at streamlining the many new things her students had to deal with. We can all learn from her. The first month she focused on habit formation. What to do when the teacher says to line up, where to hang your coat, how to…
My apologies for recent technical glitches, former procrastinators! This is the season when activities kick into high gear. When school starts, opportunities increase for everyone. Classes, clubs, ball teams, gymnastics, Bible studies, choir, music lessons, extra projects. We look forward to resuming favorite activities and taking on new ones. After a few weeks in the…
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.
Proverbs 6:6-8
. . . you have put off the old man with his deeds, and have put on the new man who is renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him.
Colossians 3:9-10