Building Habits to Overcome Procrastination

By Tony Silvio – Midas Mindset | Personal Development Perth

Do you ever put things off... even when you know they’ll move you forward?

You tell yourself, “I’ll start tomorrow.”Then tomorrow becomes next week.And before you know it, that thing you wanted to do—start the side hustle, finish the course, make that call—is still sitting on your to-do list gathering dust.

Sound familiar? That’s not laziness. That’s a habit. And the good news is, like any habit—it can be unlearned and replaced.

Let’s talk about how to build goal-focused habits that beat procrastination at its own game.

Why You’re Stuck (And It’s Not What You Think)

Most people think they procrastinate because they lack motivation or willpower. But here’s the truth: you don’t need more motivation—you need better systems.

Procrastination isn’t random. It’s a pattern that kicks in when something feels too big, too unclear, or too uncomfortable.Your brain’s just trying to protect you from failure or discomfort by avoiding the task altogether.

So let’s outsmart it—with habit-forming strategies that make action feel safe, easy, and doable.

Step 1: Shrink the Task

When a task feels overwhelming, your brain hits the brakes.Instead of trying to “write the report,” try “open the doc and write one sentence.”

This isn’t cheating—it’s momentum-building. Because once you start, resistance drops.

This is the first step in the Midas Mindset Blueprint: shrink the action so it starts feeling possible.

Step 2: Anchor Habits to Something You Already Do

Want to build daily motivation? Don’t wait for inspiration—stack your new habits on old routines.

Example:

• After brushing your teeth, open your planner.

• After making your coffee, write your top 3 priorities.

• After finishing lunch, spend 5 minutes on a project you've been putting off.

This turns action into a reflex. It’s not about doing more—it’s about making it easier to start.

Step 3: Time Block Your Temptations

We all have distractions—scrolling, snacking, tidying things that don’t really need tidying.Instead of fighting them, schedule them.

Yes, really. Block out 15–20 minutes for the scroll, the snack, or the whatever. That way, when it’s time to focus, your brain isn’t bargaining.

This is one of my favourite anti-procrastination techniques—because it removes guilt and adds structure.

Step 4: Track Progress, Not Perfection

Procrastinators tend to be closet perfectionists. If it can’t be done perfectly, they’d rather not start at all.

Flip the script: track consistency, not results.

• Did you show up today? ✅

• Did you move the needle 1%? ✅

Progress builds pride. And pride fuels momentum.

Step 5: Reframe the Internal Dialogue

Ever catch yourself thinking:

• “I’ll never finish this.”

• “I’m too tired.”

• “I’ll do it later.”

Your brain listens to those scripts. So flip them:

• “Five minutes is better than none.”

• “I’ve done hard things before.”

• “Just start.”

Overcoming delay starts with changing the tone of your inner voice. Make it work with you, not against you.

Procrastination Doesn’t Mean You’re Broken—It Means You Need a Better Setup

If you’ve read my blogs before, you’ll know I believe in practical mindset shifts that work in the real world.Procrastination isn’t solved by trying harder. It’s solved by making it easier to start.

With the right systems, the right structure, and a few smart tweaks—you can train your brain to choose progress over avoidance.

Ready to Take Back Control of Your Time and Focus?

If you’re tired of overthinking, delaying, and watching time slip by—it’s time for a reset. Explore the Midas Mindset Blueprint, or jump into a 1-on-1 session where we turn your goals into habits that stick.

👉 Book your Procrastination Breakthrough Session now and let’s build a rhythm that moves you forward—daily.

Tony Silvio | Midas Mindset – Perth’s Guide for Personal GrowthBecause doing the work starts with building the habit.