As I read through the book, I began to realize that my problem was not just about procrastination, but also about perfectionism. I had always been someone who wanted to do things perfectly, and if I couldn't do them perfectly, I wouldn't do them at all. But Yager argues that perfectionism is a major obstacle to finishing what we start. She suggests that we need to focus on progress, not perfection.
As I read through Jan Yager's book, I realized that I was not alone. Many people struggle with procrastination and the inability to finish what they start. Yager argues that the key to overcoming this problem is to develop a mindset shift. Instead of focusing on the excitement of starting something new, we need to focus on the satisfaction of completing what we start.
Jan Yager's book, "How to Finish Everything You Start," had been sitting on my desk for months. I had downloaded the PDF version, and every time I opened it, I felt a surge of determination. I was going to finish everything I started, no matter what. But, as the days turned into weeks, and the weeks into months, I found myself procrastinating, just like I had with so many projects before.
I highly recommend "How to Finish Everything You Start" by Jan Yager to anyone who struggles with procrastination and the inability to finish what they start. The book offers a range of practical strategies and a mindset shift that can help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. With persistence, patience, and the right guidance, you can finish everything you start and achieve a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
As I neared the end of each project, I encountered another obstacle: the fear of completion. I had always been someone who dreaded the final stages of a project, when the excitement of starting wore off, and the reality of completion set in. But Yager had prepared me for this. She argues that the final stages of a project are often the most important, as they require us to reflect on what we've learned and how we've grown.
I had always been someone who started with enthusiasm, only to lose steam halfway through. I would begin a new project, a new hobby, or a new goal, and for a while, everything would seem perfect. But then, obstacles would arise, and I would find myself stuck. I would put off finishing what I started, telling myself that I would get back to it later. But later would never come.
The book offers a range of strategies for achieving this mindset shift. Yager suggests breaking down large projects into smaller, manageable tasks, creating a schedule and sticking to it, and eliminating distractions. She also emphasizes the importance of self-care, including getting enough sleep, exercise, and nutrition.