1. “I’m Too Busy to Plan”
The Lie: Planning feels like a waste of time when there’s so much to do.
The Truth: Planning isn’t a detour—it’s the shortcut. Ten minutes spent organizing your day can save you hours of wasted effort.
Think of it like this: A chef doesn’t start cooking without a recipe. Why should your day be any different?
2. “Multitasking is the Answer”
The Lie: Juggling tasks makes me more efficient.
The Truth: Multitasking is a myth. Your brain isn’t a computer—it can’t run multiple programs at once. Every time you switch tasks, you lose focus and momentum.
Instead, try this: Do one thing. Finish it. Then move on.
3. “I’ll Start When I Feel Ready”
The Lie: I need to feel motivated to begin.
The Truth: Motivation doesn’t come before action—it follows it.
You don’t wait for inspiration to write. You write to find inspiration. Start small. Start messy. Just start.
4. “Every Minute Must Be Maximized”
The Lie: If I’m not busy, I’m wasting time.
The Truth: Busyness is not productivity. Rest is not laziness.
The most creative ideas often come when you’re not “working.” Take a walk. Stare out the window. Let your mind wander.
5. “Big Goals Can’t Be Broken Down”
The Lie: This goal is too big—I’ll never get there.
The Truth: Every big goal is just a series of small steps.
You don’t build a house in a day. You lay one brick at a time. Break your goal into tiny, actionable pieces. Then start with the first one.
The Real Secret to Productivity
Productivity isn’t about hustle. It’s about intention.
It’s about doing the work that matters, even when it’s hard.
It’s about showing up, even when you don’t feel like it.
It’s about focusing on what’s important, not just what’s urgent.
The next time you catch yourself believing one of these lies, pause. Ask yourself: Is this helping me—or holding me back?
Because the truth is, you don’t need to do more. You just need to do what matters.
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