Coaching and Procrastination
Coaching aims at reducing the effects of psychological blocks that hinder the achievement of desired goals or unleashing one’s potential. Procrastination is one of these blocks that cognitive behaviorists have been seeking methods to address because the brain will undoubtedly prefer putting tasks to be completed on a later date while enjoying the comfort of the time created (Karas & Spada, 2009). If the five percent method is practiced with determination and resilience, it can significantly reduce the level of workload one has and increase productivity. Executing a task requires one to believe in oneself, and once you start, it becomes easy to go beyond the 5% threshold. It is not easy to change a behavioral pattern but requires work and practice.
The REBT Approach for Tackling Procrastination
Coaching should use the REBT approach to effectively tackle procrastination because little professional knowledge is required and with optimal results. To change the behavioral pattern, it is essential to dedicate more time to understand the reasons behind irrational beliefs that reinforce the desire to execute task later (Neenan and Dryden, 2006: 75). Goal-oriented behaviors help to get the bigger picture associated with long-term benefits of anti-procrastination approach should begin with adopting a 5% perspective. The incremental solution of tasks further helps to differentiate between failing and failure, with the former suggesting that there are chances of improving the steps of handling tasks. Without the desire to address procrastination, a person will, therefore, become a dreamer who is more concerned about living a smooth life that avoids immediate challenges, a decision that has adverse long-term effects. The 5% approach should also incorporate the concept of ‘maintenance message’ which boosts ones progress against inaction and forgetfulness (Neenan and Dryden, 2006: 75).
References
Karas, D., " Spada, M. M. (2009). Brief cognitive-behavioural coaching for procrastination: a case series. Coaching: An International Journal of Theory, Research and Practice, 2(1), 44-53. Retrieved from:
https://coachschool.s3.amazonaws.com/downloads/articles/ICA-Article cognitive_behavioural_coaching.pdf
Neenan, M., " Palmer, S. (2012). Essential coaching skills and knowledge. Cognitive
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Routledge/Taylor " Francis Group.
