LIFESTYLE ▲ n the ACCORDING TO SOME RESEARCHERS, PROCRASTINATION HAS MORE THAN QUADRUPLED IN THE PAST 30 YEARS. it could be a reaction to having overbearing parents or past humiliation, and therefore you want to avoid attempting anything that has an effect on other eo e. Sometimes it's the struggle to handle a certain task that puts you off. ou don t know where to start or how to a roach it so you avoid it. Common with avoiders, the fear or the unknown is a a or issue. If you're trying a new venture and are unsure of the outcome, that may be enough to inhibit your desire to even begin in the rst ace. IT'S TIME TO change your behaviour... It's not all bad, though. Here are some ways you can stop procrastinating: Next time you put something off, ask yourself why. If you don't know the answer, don't put it off. If there's an option to delegate, do so. Recognise when you're procrastinating and assess what made you feel like this. Break down tasks so they don't seem so overwhelming. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Remove distractions. The main avoidance tactics are watching television and social media news feeds. Don't beat yourself up about not being perfect. You can learn a whole lot by making mistakes. www.athomemagazine.co.uk AUGUST 2017 | 115http://www.athomemagazine.co.uk