Why do we put things off, even when we want to get them done? In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello unpacks procrastination—what drives it, what’s really happening in the brain, and how to move from avoidance to action. You’ll learn why procrastination isn’t laziness but emotional resistance, and get practical tools to help kids, teens, and adults push past it with purpose and progress.You’ll HearWhy procrastination is emotional, not a sign of lazinessThe three emotional roots of procrastination: fear, overwhelm, and disconnectionHow the brain’s amygdala triggers avoidanceTools to break the cycle: chunking, the five-minute rule, the Pomodoro technique, and body doublingHow to connect tasks to your deeper “why” for lasting motivationReal-life stories from students and adults overcoming procrastinationA reflection exercise to help you and your kids take the next stepTimestamps00:00 – Why Procrastination Isn’t Laziness01:00 – What Happens in the Brain When We Resist Tasks02:00 – Emotional Roots: Fear, Overwhelm, and Lack of Connection05:00 – Turning Resistance Into Action06:00 – Tool 1: Chunking Big Tasks into Small Steps07:00 – Tool 2: The Five-Minute Rule08:00 – Tool 3: The Pomodoro Technique10:00 – Tool 4: Body Doubling for Accountability12:00 – Why “Finding Your Why” Matters15:00 – Examples: Students, Professionals, and Parents Reconnecting with Purpose19:00 – Lucy’s Story: From Paralysis to Progress23:00 – Reflection Exercise: Write Your Why Statement24:00 – Pairing Strategy with Purpose25:00 – What’s Next: Motivation at Different Life StagesFind all the resources in our Listeners Loungehttps://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/loungeUseful LinksSign up to our newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/shareGet “A Parent’s Guide To Raising A Resilient Kid” Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilientkidukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkidLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilientkidPinterest: https://za.pinterest.com/resilientacademyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costelloWebsite: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.ukJoin Our CommunityWe’re building a space where parents, teachers, and coaches can support each other and share tools to help kids thrive. Visit our Facebook group or drop us a message if you’d like to get involved in reaching more children.

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