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How to Stop Procrastinating: Powerful Strategies to Overcome Laziness and Multiply Your Time
Have you ever felt there are not enough hours in the day to finish important tasks?
Do you feel stressed, anxious, and worried because your to-do lists never get completed?
Face it – at some point in your life, you have experienced unwanted distractions that kept you from focusing on pursuing your goals.
Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a teacher, a student, or a stay at home parent—this book will show you how to shatter procrastination and live a life of purpose and fulfillment. No matter how big or small, we all have goals, and when days turn into weeks and weeks turn into months and months turn into years without achieving them, life can get pretty depressing.
Did you know that you are only one or two mindset tweaks away from eliminating procrastination from your life?
In How to Stop Procrastinating: Powerful Strategies to Overcome Laziness and Multiply Your Time, you will find the reasons why we procrastinate in the first place, and how to use that to accelerate your productivity to higher heights. This book will enlighten your mind and open your eyes to the infinite possibilities that are available to you, whether you want more financial freedom, happiness, or personal fulfillment. You will discover:
The science behind crushing procrastination
How to escape social media traps that engage you for hours on end
The importance of eating the right foods to boost your productivity
How to overcome previous fears of failure, judgment, and rejection
Powerful action-based tips to reach your goals faster
How to discipline yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally
Techniques to master the art of time management
You will be given a unique insight into the power of now. Time is something you can never reclaim and you will begin to realize how precious every second of your life really is.
The time is now, not tomorrow, not next week. Don’t waste another day—now is the time for transformation. Get your copy of this fantastic guide as a part of your commitment to improving today!
Click the link below to view the book on Amazon!
Do you feel stressed, anxious, and worried because your to-do lists never get completed?
Face it – at some point in your life, you have experienced unwanted distractions that kept you from focusing on pursuing your goals.
Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a teacher, a student, or a stay at home parent—this book will show you how to shatter procrastination and live a life of purpose and fulfillment. No matter how big or small, we all have goals, and when days turn into weeks and weeks turn into months and months turn into years without achieving them, life can get pretty depressing.
Did you know that you are only one or two mindset tweaks away from eliminating procrastination from your life?
In How to Stop Procrastinating: Powerful Strategies to Overcome Laziness and Multiply Your Time, you will find the reasons why we procrastinate in the first place, and how to use that to accelerate your productivity to higher heights. This book will enlighten your mind and open your eyes to the infinite possibilities that are available to you, whether you want more financial freedom, happiness, or personal fulfillment. You will discover:
The science behind crushing procrastination
How to escape social media traps that engage you for hours on end
The importance of eating the right foods to boost your productivity
How to overcome previous fears of failure, judgment, and rejection
Powerful action-based tips to reach your goals faster
How to discipline yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally
Techniques to master the art of time management
You will be given a unique insight into the power of now. Time is something you can never reclaim and you will begin to realize how precious every second of your life really is.
The time is now, not tomorrow, not next week. Don’t waste another day—now is the time for transformation. Get your copy of this fantastic guide as a part of your commitment to improving today!
Click the link below to view the book on Amazon!
141 pages, Paperback
Published October 29, 2020
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About the author
Daniel Walter
12 books87 followersDaniel Walter is a bestselling author who writes about self-discipline, focus, and mental toughness. He helps readers bridge the gap between setting goals and actually achieving them.
His books have sold more than 350,000 copies worldwide, led by his bestseller, The Power of Discipline. He has a background in cognitive neuroscience and draws on research related to attention, behavior, and habit formation.
He is a husband and father of two young sons. Outside of writing, he enjoys climbing, hiking, and spending time outdoors.
Learn more at danielwalter.com
His books have sold more than 350,000 copies worldwide, led by his bestseller, The Power of Discipline. He has a background in cognitive neuroscience and draws on research related to attention, behavior, and habit formation.
He is a husband and father of two young sons. Outside of writing, he enjoys climbing, hiking, and spending time outdoors.
Learn more at danielwalter.com
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December 15, 2023
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November 11, 2020
While I didn't find the narrative sections of the book compelling, I appreciated that the final chapter was full of practical tips to reduce procrastination. I struggled a bit to read the book, not because it was complex, but because certain sections (e.g., the description of dissertation writing in Chapter 4) seemed to show a lack of background research, and the author's efforts to connect with the readers through informal tidbits and exclamations felt inauthentic. A few of the chapters, including Chapters 4 (The Science of Procrastination) and Chapter 5 (Eat to Win), covered with interesting topics, but the treatment of these topics was shallow. The chapters left me wanting more, and I wish the author had gone deeper and provided more information and discussion of these topics, backed by relevant research. Despite the book's shortfalls, I appreciated the practical tips in the final chapter. I look forward to trying out the recommended techniques to reduce procrastination in my own life.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 20, 2025
I really liked this book because it gave great tips for overcoming procrastination, and if we follow all of its tips, life will really take on its own routine.
January 12, 2025
بسیار کاربردی و مفید
November 17, 2020
Daniel Walter’s book was helpful to me at a critical time. I am recovering from health problems and consequently, I was forced to procrastinate a lot of things. Mr. Walters has done a very thorough research on the subject of procrastination and productivity.
I have started applying some of the tactics and I am gradually getting back to work and to achieving my goals. Because of my health, I have had to re-evaluate my goals and plans and set priorities. One tactic that I have applied successfully is temptation bundling. The final chapter, “The 21-Day Crush Procrastination and Boost Productivity Plan,” contains 15 highly useful tips. I chose to work on simplifying my use of productivity apps. I believe Daniel Walter has written a very useful book and if I apply the knowledge it contains I will achieve my goals.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I have started applying some of the tactics and I am gradually getting back to work and to achieving my goals. Because of my health, I have had to re-evaluate my goals and plans and set priorities. One tactic that I have applied successfully is temptation bundling. The final chapter, “The 21-Day Crush Procrastination and Boost Productivity Plan,” contains 15 highly useful tips. I chose to work on simplifying my use of productivity apps. I believe Daniel Walter has written a very useful book and if I apply the knowledge it contains I will achieve my goals.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 9, 2022
Very mixed feelings on this book. It reviewed really well so I had high hopes for it. It had some bits I liked but some bits I really didn't like.
In terms of stuff I liked. It's not that long. Lots of books of this type seem to need to justify their status as a book so put a load of filler in that's not needed. Saying that though the actual main part of this book was in chapter 11. So there were 10 very short chapters to start. I'd argue you could have dropped some of it.
In terms of stuff I didn't like.
I almost stopped reading this when I saw a sentence that basically said the author believed so many people have ADHD these days because there are so many distractions in the world. That's a gross misunderstanding of what ADHD is.
Was also very annoyed about the section about taking holiday from work. I absolutely understand the approach take a vacation to get away from work is very different in the US, which obviously influenced how that section was written but it just rankled me.
For example, setting out a plan to your boss how your work will be covered in your absence so they'll give the go ahead is just alien to me. That's not the employee's responsibility in my part of the world.
Other than that, there is some good detail about why people procrastinate and some useful ideas on how you can combat it though if you've read other books like this not too much of it will be new. How specific and direct it is certainly helps a lot
In terms of stuff I liked. It's not that long. Lots of books of this type seem to need to justify their status as a book so put a load of filler in that's not needed. Saying that though the actual main part of this book was in chapter 11. So there were 10 very short chapters to start. I'd argue you could have dropped some of it.
In terms of stuff I didn't like.
I almost stopped reading this when I saw a sentence that basically said the author believed so many people have ADHD these days because there are so many distractions in the world. That's a gross misunderstanding of what ADHD is.
Was also very annoyed about the section about taking holiday from work. I absolutely understand the approach take a vacation to get away from work is very different in the US, which obviously influenced how that section was written but it just rankled me.
For example, setting out a plan to your boss how your work will be covered in your absence so they'll give the go ahead is just alien to me. That's not the employee's responsibility in my part of the world.
Other than that, there is some good detail about why people procrastinate and some useful ideas on how you can combat it though if you've read other books like this not too much of it will be new. How specific and direct it is certainly helps a lot
November 18, 2020
Talk about waking me up!
This read has pointed out so many things that I seem to be doing relating to procrastinating and it sort of "woke me up" to get my backside in gear. I've been looking for something like this to help me get out from under my rock to move towards many ideas that I've had and literally put so far back on the back burner that I've forgotten what wonderful ideas they were. Thank you to the author for putting together a great read and mini workbook approach to finding ways to help me personally get out of my procrastination rut. And trust me when I say, since working from home, thanks to COVID, I've been struggling a bit with getting things done.
I look forward to other opportunities to work with ARC and further reads from this author, Daniel Walter.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This read has pointed out so many things that I seem to be doing relating to procrastinating and it sort of "woke me up" to get my backside in gear. I've been looking for something like this to help me get out from under my rock to move towards many ideas that I've had and literally put so far back on the back burner that I've forgotten what wonderful ideas they were. Thank you to the author for putting together a great read and mini workbook approach to finding ways to help me personally get out of my procrastination rut. And trust me when I say, since working from home, thanks to COVID, I've been struggling a bit with getting things done.
I look forward to other opportunities to work with ARC and further reads from this author, Daniel Walter.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 3, 2022
The book, although filled with practical tips on overcoming procrastination, felt like it was written empirically by the author. On a topic such as psychology, I would have preferred more research behind the content. Unfortunately instead, this books lacks it, systematically using mostly irrelevant everyday life examples as proof for the arguments being made.
The tips themselves aren't unproductive and I believe many could find useful practical use to them. However, I kept returning to the feeling that most of the content was copied from other books on the subject and stitched together for this book to be used mainly as a guide.
Summarizing this as a quick (and thus somewhat) superficial read on the subject of procrastination, I will be looking forward to reading other works, whence Daniel's inspiration was taken.
The tips themselves aren't unproductive and I believe many could find useful practical use to them. However, I kept returning to the feeling that most of the content was copied from other books on the subject and stitched together for this book to be used mainly as a guide.
Summarizing this as a quick (and thus somewhat) superficial read on the subject of procrastination, I will be looking forward to reading other works, whence Daniel's inspiration was taken.
November 15, 2020
This is a fairly quick read packed with helpful information. I liked how he used examples throughout the book to make information easier to relate to and understand. I enjoyed the practical tips and explanations as why we as procrastinators do what we do. I also liked how the author presented options so you can choose a plan of action that may resonate with you better than some other options. I really enjoyed this book and will go back to it for motivation, inspiration and an extra boost and reminder of the importance of striving towards goals instead of falling into procrastination. The author provides practical tools to help get there.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 13, 2024
Decent Read with some interesting Strategies - Tendency to Fall into ‘Hustle culture’ Group Think
How to Stop Procrastinating was a fairly interesting read. I feel like the vast majority of the useful content was consolidated into the 11th Chapter with the tips and tricks section, but overall I did enjoy the read.
I think there were a few parts of the book where I felt the author was straying into toxic hustle culture groupthink, but these instances were few and far between. The idea of pushing away family and friends in the name of progress didn’t really sit right with me, but that’s my own personal morals clashing with the authors suggestions.
Definitely worth a read whilst it’s on the kindle unlimited plan, but probably not a book I’ll need to revisit in depth.
How to Stop Procrastinating was a fairly interesting read. I feel like the vast majority of the useful content was consolidated into the 11th Chapter with the tips and tricks section, but overall I did enjoy the read.
I think there were a few parts of the book where I felt the author was straying into toxic hustle culture groupthink, but these instances were few and far between. The idea of pushing away family and friends in the name of progress didn’t really sit right with me, but that’s my own personal morals clashing with the authors suggestions.
Definitely worth a read whilst it’s on the kindle unlimited plan, but probably not a book I’ll need to revisit in depth.
November 16, 2020
Yes, I am the person Daniel Walter writes about in How to Stop Procrastinating: Powerful Strategies to Overcome Laziness and Multiply Your Time. Well, it feels like me. A life-long procrastinator, I really didn't know what to expect from this book. It gave me great insight to why I procrastinate and how to change my habits. Read this with an open mind and a willingness to change your ways. It was as if a therapist was talking to me in a private session. I really feel motivated to stop procrastinating after reading the book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 18, 2020
There is so much practical advice in this book about Procrastination, you might be tempted to think you already know it all if you just skim through the subheads. But don’t do that! Daniel Walter provides great insight into each element of this book, giving you advanced knowledge of those things that are holding you back and detailed encouragement about how to take real, action steps to break the vicious cycle you’ve been in. Well organized with clear analogies that make visualizing the ideas easier, you will find some lesser known gems liberally mixed in with the fresh take on oldies but goodies.
March 22, 2023
Read, digest, and apply.
A very informative book revealing that procrastination is much much more than simply "putting things off", which is for the most part conveyed in what I like to call "Plain Speak" making it engaging and easier to comprehend than many jargon rich alternatives. The author does not shy away from the difficulties which are required to tackle and eventually defeat procrastination but offers up a number of strategies that, if applied, can aid us in the journey. As he rightly, IMHO, says, "Wisdom is the application of knowledge". Simply reading this book will gain you nothing, unless you work hard at applying the knowledge it provides.
A very informative book revealing that procrastination is much much more than simply "putting things off", which is for the most part conveyed in what I like to call "Plain Speak" making it engaging and easier to comprehend than many jargon rich alternatives. The author does not shy away from the difficulties which are required to tackle and eventually defeat procrastination but offers up a number of strategies that, if applied, can aid us in the journey. As he rightly, IMHO, says, "Wisdom is the application of knowledge". Simply reading this book will gain you nothing, unless you work hard at applying the knowledge it provides.
September 3, 2023
Very applicable
This book was a short read, but I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it. As a chronic procrastinator, I finally found actionable steps that I can take to kill the procrastination bug. I’m excited to build better habits.
Also, this book called out all of my excuses. I didn’t know how many excuses I was making for myself. How much I was settling due to comfortability. However, my comfortability often led to a decline in my mental health and I never knew why. Now I know. So thank you to the author!
This book was a short read, but I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it. As a chronic procrastinator, I finally found actionable steps that I can take to kill the procrastination bug. I’m excited to build better habits.
Also, this book called out all of my excuses. I didn’t know how many excuses I was making for myself. How much I was settling due to comfortability. However, my comfortability often led to a decline in my mental health and I never knew why. Now I know. So thank you to the author!
November 16, 2020
I was intrigued to see how accurately the author describes procrastinators - such as me. After recognizing many of my own behaviors I was waiting for a lecture to follow.
The incredible value I received in the practical step-by-step action plan was awesome. I finished reading the book (on schedule) and will now start implementing the 15 tips and their specific actions steps.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The incredible value I received in the practical step-by-step action plan was awesome. I finished reading the book (on schedule) and will now start implementing the 15 tips and their specific actions steps.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 16, 2020
How to stop procrastinating… is the perfect GUIDE with POWERFUL STRATEGIES to beat procrastination and come out as a winner in everyday life. Mr. Daniel Walter, the writer, guides you through explaining why and how we do this bad habit, but more importantly, it provides us with steps to change our personal organization and improve life. I personally recommend Chapter 11: The 21day crush procrastination and boost productivity plan. You must grab a copy and implement the action steps!
July 27, 2021
It's almost like this right was spying on me. They really hit the nail on the head. I actually could feel the shoe fitting and I needed to put it on. I found this book to be one of the most helpful books that I have ever read. I love the tips forgiven and all one place well actually they were given throughout the book which is a short read but then they were gathered together which made it nice. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who has the problem with procrastination.
November 28, 2022
Excellent!
I read and listen to mindset and motivation material constantly. This little book packs a huge punch with easy to read and understand steps to take to STOP PROCRASTINATION. I love books that call me out on my crap and then give me useful techniques to break my bad habits. I will recommend this book to the habitual procrastinators in my life and initiate a book club to help them stay on task. Thanks for the wonderful book!
I read and listen to mindset and motivation material constantly. This little book packs a huge punch with easy to read and understand steps to take to STOP PROCRASTINATION. I love books that call me out on my crap and then give me useful techniques to break my bad habits. I will recommend this book to the habitual procrastinators in my life and initiate a book club to help them stay on task. Thanks for the wonderful book!
November 14, 2020
Overall good layout. The book includes many suggestions on eliminating procrastination and how to overcome the issues. The question is, will you procrastinate before getting to the reading part? I enjoyed the action steps recommended and the breakdown of actions in each tip.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 25, 2020
I like how Daniel Walter put together all the key points on how to stop procrastinating and cited some examples on how to apply each point to your everyday life. The content is easy to read and full of golden nuggets that you can use every day. Kudos to Daniel Walter for writing this awesome book!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 11, 2021
I read the entire book in one sitting. I found the tips and steps quite practical. I read a review prior to starting that suggested skipping chapters 1-2, and I can see the point of that suggestion—the stories and examples of procrastinating are a bit depressing, and I was eager to hear suggestions for moving forward. All in all, definitely worth my time.
March 12, 2023
Good Book With Some Good Tips
Overall, I would say, this is a great book for those of us that struggle with getting started there were some new learnings and a lot of good reminders of things I already knew, but often failed to implement. It’s a nice quick read, which is crucial for those of us that keep procrastinating.
Overall, I would say, this is a great book for those of us that struggle with getting started there were some new learnings and a lot of good reminders of things I already knew, but often failed to implement. It’s a nice quick read, which is crucial for those of us that keep procrastinating.
November 14, 2020
The author provides a concise, well-structured path to understanding and overcoming procrastination. We all have our weaknesses and excuses, these are sympathetically revealed and stripped away.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 14, 2020
I really liked how different strategies and topics were covered. It was clearly written in easy to understand and read language. There are some things I learned that I will be using in my day to day life now.
November 18, 2020
I would consider this an overview of previous books on this topic. Some of the information I feel I could you use, some I could not.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 2, 2023
این کتاب عالیه،توصیه های عملی،مثال های قابل فهم و امروزی.کتابیه که باید چندبار خونده بشه.با خوندنش این حس بهم دست داد که من تنها نیستم تو اهمال کاری، راه های عملی براش وجود داره و جواب هم میده
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December 22, 2022
Motivational
This book was influenced and motivational. There are tons of practical and applicable tips on how to overcome procrastination and become more productive.
This book was influenced and motivational. There are tons of practical and applicable tips on how to overcome procrastination and become more productive.
April 2, 2023
This is a great book giving clear insights on how to overcome the monster of procrastination!
June 1, 2023
Great book! I highly recommended. Very good tips and explanations about how to stop procrastinating!!!
January 21, 2024
great one
I am so glad that I read this book! It was very helpful and simple! If you need help and motivation…read it!
I am so glad that I read this book! It was very helpful and simple! If you need help and motivation…read it!
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