Metacognition

This session will be about metacognition and its profound impact on our ability to self-regulate and make decisions. We will be looking at how metacognition plays a pivotal role in our understanding of procrastination and how we can leverage this transformative tool to successfully overcome it.

Delving deeper into metacognition

Metacognition invites us into the world of our own mental processes. It is like becoming an impartial observer of our thoughts, emotions and actions, allowing us to reflect and analyze objectively how we function on a cognitive level. This skill is essential to understanding and addressing procrastination at its deepest roots.

In the context of procrastination, metacognition becomes a valuable tool for unraveling the mysteries behind our procrastination habits. By practicing metacognition, we can identify thought patterns that lead us to procrastinate important tasks. This awareness allows us to challenge limiting beliefs and confront the challenges that keep us from moving forward.

Conscious self-reflection

An essential component of metacognition is conscious self-reflection. This practice involves taking time to explore our thoughts and emotions in relation to procrastination. By asking ourselves deep questions, such as " Why am I procrastinating on this task?" or " What am I feeling when I avoid getting started?", we can uncover the underlying impulses that lead us to procrastinate.

Limiting beliefs can act as invisible obstacles on our path to productivity. Metacognition gives us the opportunity to question and challenge these beliefs. Is it really true that I am not capable of completing this task? What is the evidence to support this belief? By questioning our beliefs, we can replace the negative ones with more realistic and empowering thoughts.

The "voice of the observer"

An effective metacognitive strategy is to adopt the "voice of the observer." Imagine that you are an impartial bystander analyzing your own procrastination from the outside. This perspective allows you to distance yourself emotionally and view the situation objectively. Ask your "observer voice": What advice would you give to someone else in this situation? This technique can offer a clearer and more objective view of your actions.

Positive internal dialogue

Our internal dialogue has a profound im