Procrastination is something every family faces. It shows up in our own lives and in our kids, often leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure where to start.

In this episode, Jon Acuff returns to share practical insight from his latest book, Procrastination Proof. The conversation explores why we procrastinate, the common traps that keep us stuck, and how to take small, meaningful steps toward progress.

We also talk about how these patterns show up in our kids and what it looks like to guide them with understanding and encouragement instead of frustration.

This episode is a helpful reminder that getting unstuck doesn’t require perfection—just a willingness to take the next step.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Procrastination and Its Universality

02:57 Jon Acuff's Journey to Writing 11 Books

05:56 Understanding Procrastination as a Solution

09:02 The Satisfaction of Completing Tasks

11:53 Four Permissions to Overcome Procrastination

15:05 Navigating New Seasons of Life

18:10 Encouragement for Moms Facing Identity Changes

19:14 Emotional Transitions of Parenting

20:04 Understanding Different Parenting Styles

25:45 Identifying Parenting Traps

30:30 Encouragement for Personal Growth

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Courtney DeFeo

Resources from today’s show:

Connect with Jon Acuff

Procrastination Proof - Jon’s new book

Four Traps Quiz

Moms, Dads, and Grads Gift Guide

Sign up for Morning Minute

Open a LearningRX center

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