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This is The Thirty Seventh Episode of the Visual Scholar Podcast - With Tim Mcburnie.
Let's talk overcoming procrastination as artists!
I think there are a few things which are really unique and interesting about procrastination and how it relates to the creative process.
Personally I dealt with a lot of procrastination issues early on in my career.
Both while learning to draw as a self taught artists... and also when I started to work for other people and I had to deal with deadlines and expectations.
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--- This episode of the Visual Scholar Podcast addresses the common challenge of procrastination among artists, a significant barrier to productivity and creative output. I explore the various dimensions of procrastination from psychological, philosophical, and practical perspectives. The discussion centers on my personal struggles with procrastination, insights into the complex nature of this issue, and strategies I found effective in overcoming it.
I delve into the roots of procrastination, highlighting how cultural and educational systems shape our views on time management and productivity. The episode emphasizes the importance of developing good habits to enhance productivity and combat procrastination. I share three specific strategies that helped me personally to manage and eventually minimize my procrastination tendencies.
Throughout, I stress the importance of understanding procrastination not just as a hindrance but as a complex phenomenon that can offer insights into one's creative process and mindset. The goal is to equip artists with the tools and understanding needed to address procrastination head-on, enhancing their ability to consistently create and meet their artistic goals. ---
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:16 Welcome
00:02:38 Why We Often View Procrastination From The Wrong Angle
00:08:20 What Even IS Procrastination... What Is Happening?
00:23:28 Figuring Out Your Success Metrics
00:38:42 Tactics For Epic long Term Procrastination
00:51:02 TakeAways
00:51:14 The Analytical Takeaway
00:55:14 The Simple Takeaway
00:55:59 The Practical Takeaway
00:59:54 The Philosophical Takeaway
01:02:41 Out!
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