How I Eliminated Procrastination From My Life

<p>Procrastination is a big problem for many of us.</p> <p>We say we&rsquo;ll work on our goals, hit the gym, or learn some new skills, only to end up watching Netflix instead.</p> <p>I used to be a chronic procrastinator too.</p> <p>I&rsquo;d set big goals and make ambitious plans, but not much was getting done on a day-to-day basis.</p> <p>Most people think that procrastination is due to laziness, no motivation, or lack of self-discipline.</p> <p>But as it turns out,&nbsp;<strong>procrastination finds its roots in neurobiology.</strong></p> <p>It&rsquo;s the result of a constant battle in our brain between the limbic system and the prefrontal cortex.</p> <h1>The Prefrontal Cortex</h1> <p>The prefrontal cortex is the logical and analytical part of the brain responsible for future planning, self-control, and decision-making.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/better-humans/how-i-eliminated-procrastination-from-my-life-using-neuroscience-5ebc22afebb4"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>