summary ofThe Now HabitBook by Neil Fiore, PhD

first KEY POINT

The journey of transformation from procrastination to increased productivity

Irrespective of what motivated you to engage this piece, and whatever your affiliation and discipline, the following guide is not only suitable for overcoming procrastination but will help you pursue a more productive existence.The Now Habit approach focuses on resolving the underlying self-alienation — the tendency to work against yourself — caused by early training and cultural indoctrination. It breaks through the crushing assumptions of the Puritan work ethic — that your output determines your worth — and the negative Freudian conceptions of human drives — that society must subjugate and control a “lower self.” Instead, the Now Habit helps you re-establish a functioning connection with yourself, reducing inner conflict and allowing you to participate fully in your activity.It reduces your fear of being imperfect by providing you the skills to develop inner safety and positive inner dialogue, allowing you to take chances and start sooner.

You may use a method to increase performance substantially, break away from toxic habits, and boost self-esteem and confidence, whether you're an organization or an individual. Neil Fiore, PhD shared how The Now Habit tools helped him find time to write articles for The New England Journal of Medicine, Science Digest, and Reader's Digest, as well as write four books in 15 to 20 quality hours per week, all while maintaining a commitment to guilt-free time for friends, family, and the training required to run three half-marathons. His customers who regarded themselves as obstinate procrastinators have succeeded with this technique.Dr. Fiore, his customers, and seminar attendees have benefited from the Now Habit approach for outstanding work and guilt-free leisure. It can also work for you!