Putting It Off

Posted on October 31, 2007

Procrastination is like masturbation. At first it feels good, but in the end, you’re only screwing yourself.

~Author Unknown

Yesterday night, I was grumbling to myself how pissed off I was with someone (actually, with some people) who kept on saying to me, “When I get such-and-such right, I’m definitely going to do this-and-that.”

And then I realized that I did that a lot. I mean, I say the same thing(s) to myself all the time.

“When the first of the month comes around again, I’m definitely going to start back exercising.”

“When I finish reading this blog, I’m definitely going to finish up my work.”

“When I… Then I’ll…”

Blah blah blah.

Perennial procrastination has been a habit of mine. Nay, it has been a talent. It’s about time for me to change that, no?

They say (yes, they say) that sometimes in order to achieve your goals you must publicize them and let people hold you accountable for that. Now I know that you as the blog reader may not be able to “check up on me” and see if I’m sticking to my non-procrastination goals, but I figure if it’s out there for the world to see then maybe I will hold myself more accountable?

I mean I’m almost 25. (Ha! Countdown is on! Less than one week to go!).

I figure it’s at least time to start playing like I’m grown-up. Maybe if I fake it long enough, I’ll make it.

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One Response to “Putting It Off”

  1. Mrs. Grapevine on October 31st, 2007 9:19 am

    I am an habitual procrastinator, I have actually convinced myself that I work better under pressure. Most of the time I truly do, but when too many things come together I am close to a breakdown. It may be the adrenaline rush, but I am almost addicted to putting myself under the time crunch.

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