All I want to do is relax, read a book, and play with my new kitty, Morgan.
So, I analyzed my procrastination, and figured I'd compile what I found here, and see what I can find specifically for artists.
The first thing I realized, when I typed "Artist procrastinator" into Google, is that there are as many different ways to combat this beast as their are artists. It feels very much to me like that saying, "All roads lead to Rome." Basically, there are a ton of different paths and techniques to overcome this. The start of any of them depends on the person. Ultimately, you have to WANT to achieve whatever you're putting off. If it is something you don't want or need to do, the drive will never be there to do it.
Let me lay out some theories, links for further reading on them, and summaries:
Structured Procrastination: Just that. Using procrastination to its advantage by giving it structure. Then, you can argue that it's a "technique".
Procrastination - How to Overcome It: Has a couple of techniques for getting every bit of your day out of your day, along with how to combat avoiding a task.
Waiting For The Muse: 4 tips for procrastinating artists: Good tips, especially number 4. (As I find a place to stash my iPod)
Unlearning The Art of Procrastination:"Procrastination is a habit, which means it’s something we learn, then do it so automatically we don’t even realise we’re doing it until it’s too late..."
How to Be a Productive Procrastinator: Really good radio interview on NPR with transcript with Dr. Timothy Pychyl regarding perfectionism and procrastination, specifically with artists.
So, take a look. I'm going to make some tea, get out my pencils, and damnit, I'm going to get this piece done tonight!
-Me
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