Why Are More People Procrastinating In 2026?

In this episode, Dawn and Eli take on a topic almost everyone can relate to: procrastination and why it seems so easy to put things off in 2026. From smartphones, social media, endless notifications, and unlimited entertainment to feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities and too many choices, modern life gives us more distractions than ever before. Dawn and Eli discuss whether procrastination is really about laziness, or if stress, fear of failure, perfectionism, mental exhaustion, and simply not knowing where to start play a much bigger role. They also talk about why some people wait until the last minute to get things done, whether modern convenience has made us less motivated, and why waiting to “feel motivated” can sometimes keep us stuck. Along the way, they share their own experiences with procrastination and explore simple ways to break the cycle, including starting small, removing distractions, making shorter to-do lists, and giving yourself more time. Ultimately, the conversation comes down to one simple idea: sometimes the hardest part of getting something done is just getting started.Watch the video version of this PODCAST on our YouTube channel at this link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyTwFDH6PrcIf you receive great value and success from our PODCAST, you have two options of making a donation in any amount:Click here to make a single donation on PayPal:https://www.paypal.me/eliasmelasClick here to make a single donation on Cash App:https://cash.app/$EliasMelasContact Eli at the e-mail below if you have questions:eliasmelas@genuinenetworkingassociation.orgHere's To Your Health, Happiness & Success,Elias "Eli" MelasPresident & FounderGenuine Networking Association (GNA)Dawn LedgerwoodVice President / Director of OperationsGenuine Networking Association (GNA)