The spiritual practice of positive procrastination


Have you ever found yourself lying awake at 3 AM, consumed by a worry you can do absolutely nothing about until morning?

In this week's article, I share a practice called “positive procrastination” — the gentle art of telling your suffering, “Not now, thank you. I'll address you tomorrow when I can actually do something about it.”

You'll discover:

  • The crucial difference between worry and concern
  • A 7-step process to postpone unnecessary suffering
  • Why this isn't avoidance but a profound act of self-compassion

As Mark Twain wisely observed, “I've had a lot of worries in my life, most of which never happened.” This article will help you stop suffering today over problems that may surprisingly resolve themselves by tomorrow.

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Positive Procrastination: The Simple Practice of Saying ‘Not Now’ to Unnecessary Suffering

I stumbled upon this practice during a particularly stressful period in my life. Financial deadlines were piling up, my rent was late, family issues back in Venezuela needed attention, and my mind was constantly racing with worst-case scenarios.


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That's it for this week!

Wishing you a strong and peaceful heart.

From my heart to yours,


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