How to Stop Self-Sabotaging and Finally Finish What You Start with Jon Acuff

What is procrastination actually costing you? Turns out, almost everything. In this episode, Miles Adcox welcomes author and speaker Jon Acuff to Human School for an honest, practical, and deeply encouraging conversation about procrastination, overthinking, and the strange ways our minds block the lives we want to live.   Jon opens up about his own struggles with anxiety, the danger of old "soundtracks," and why the hardest part of a new goal is often the weight of past failures. Packed with humor and tactical wisdom, Jon and Miles break down how to retire broken soundtracks and finally give yourself permission to be remarkable.   Looking to shift the way you think? Onsite offers transformational experiences to help you live the life you deserve. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04zCzKf0⁠  In This Episode, You'll Learn:  The real psychology behind why we avoid the things we want to do most.   How to shift your internal soundtrack using the "Retire, Replace, Repeat" method.   Why optimism is a daily practice, not a personality trait.   How to separate fear from decision-making so you can finally cross your finish line.  Learn more about Jon and grab a copy of Procrastination Proof: https://jonacuff.com/ Stay Connected to Human School:  Human School on Instagram: https://hubs.la/Q04zCFsz0  Miles on Instagram: https://hubs.la/Q04zCBRJ0  Learn more about Onsite: https://hubs.la/Q04zCzKf0  Follow Human School on Substack: https://hubs.la/Q04zChTr0 Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome Jon Acuff – Author of Procrastination Proof 02:00 - The 34-Year Delay 06:00 - Growing Up Anxious and Running Hot 09:30 - Scars as Lighthouses & The Power of Going First 13:30 - Mental Health, Rumination, and Mindset 16:00 - Live Coaching: Unpacking Miles' Book Goals & Resistance 22:00 - High Performers and Changing Your Fuel Source 27:00 - Repetition, Symbols, and Soundtrack Cards 31:00 - Experiential Healing, Empathy, and Feedback Loops 35:40 - Writing for Teenagers and Handle-Making 44:50 - Why We Procrastinate: The Bad Solution 49:30 - Jon's Corporate Exit & The Birth of His Blog 54:30 - The Internet, Online Anger, and Identity Follows Activity 58:45 - Finding Peace in the Storm & Practicing Optimism 01:04:00 - Tactical Tools: Paper Shrinks Fear & Owner's Manuals 01:08:50 - Success Hang-ups & The Fear of Being Remarkable 01:14:00 - Unpacking Money Scripts and Celebrating Wins 01:22:00 - Growth is Non-Linear: The Reality of Healing 01:26:40 - Writing Brave & Jon's Upcoming Book on Optimism 01:30:00 - Counseling, Faith, and Following Overreactions 01:36:30 - Writing vs. Rewriting & Fear Gets a Voice, Not a Vote