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1. Create a plan of action (e.g. a prioritized list of tasks)
2. Remove your feelings
3. Start on the first task

Step #1 helps you immensely if you’re tackling a task for the first time.

Step #2 is crucial. By “removing your feelings...

#1: For planning, especially for long-term time horizons. 

• You should be deliberate in your planning so that your pursuits are intentional in helping you move closer to where you want to be.

#2: As a way of life. 

• If you’re in Au...

• Negative feelings can create analysis paralysis, stopping you from starting on a task or persisting through obstacles.
• Positive feelings can (unconsciously) create expectations . When those expectations aren’t met, it’s easy to feel derailed and demotivated.

A state of being where you do your tasks without directly thinking about them.

It’s like navigating to the grocery store near your home. You’ve been there enough times to know the way, so you can direct your attention toward other important things like looking out for traffic or avoiding po...