Procrastination to Productivity: A Journey with Decision Making Methods

Rashi
Decision Making 101
3 min readMar 20, 2024
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I want to share something pretty personal with you today. You see, not too long ago, I was stuck in a rut of overwhelm and exhaustion, constantly battling with procrastination and making bad decisions left, right, and center. It was like I was stuck in a never-ending cycle of chaos, and it was seriously starting to take its toll on me.

It wasn’t just affecting my personal life, either. My job was on the line, my productivity was plummeting, and I was constantly teetering on the edge of a full-blown meltdown. Something had to change, and fast.

That’s when I stumbled upon this concept called decision fatigue. Ever heard of it? It’s like hitting a brick wall after running a mental marathon. Every choice feels like a Herculean task, draining your energy and leaving you feeling like you’ve been hit by a freight train.

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And let me tell you, folks — I was deep in the throes of decision fatigue. Every trivial decision felt like a mountain to climb, and I was drowning in a sea of overwhelm. But here’s the thing — once I recognized what was happening, I knew I had to take action.

So, I made a smart decision (pun intended). I took a page out of Barack Obama and Mark Zuckerberg’s playbook and decided to simplify my life, starting with my wardrobe. I mean, if it worked for them, why not give it a shot, right?

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I went into my closet, which was basically a chaotic mess of clothes, and I started pairing things up. Shirts with pants, dresses with shoes — you name it. And let me tell you, it was a game-changer. No longer did I waste precious time and energy agonizing over what to wear. I simply grabbed a pre-paired outfit and got on with my day.

But I didn’t stop there. Oh no, I was on a roll now. I also discovered this incredible tool called the Eisenhower Matrix. It’s like a GPS for your productivity, helping you navigate the treacherous waters of decision-making with ease.

With the Eisenhower Matrix by my side, I was finally able to prioritize my tasks, save energy, and make better choices. No more spinning my wheels on trivial matters while the important stuff fell by the wayside. I was taking control of my life, one smart decision at a time.

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And you know what? It worked. I’m no longer drowning in overwhelm, and my productivity has soared to new heights. Sure, I still have my moments of doubt and indecision, but now I have the tools to tackle them head-on.

So, if you’re feeling stuck in a rut of procrastination and bad decisions, know that there’s hope. With a little bit of self-awareness and the right tools in your arsenal, you, too, can break free from the cycle of decision fatigue and reclaim your productivity.

Until next time, here’s to making smart decisions and living our best lives!

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Rashi
Decision Making 101

Writer | COO | I am a beginner entrepreneur with many questions. I write about them to help people like me who are starting their Entrepreneurial journey.