Procrastination SUCKS: 3 reasons why you should FINISH things (or just quit lol)

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[@Evelynfromtheinternets]

WHEW this was an exercise in taking my own advice because I DID NOT WANT TO DO ANYTHING THAT DAY but ya girl pushed through...contractual obligations and deadlines certainly helped lol thanks Squarespace!

[@rainscopekaleidobow8751]

Today is a life admin day for me, so I feel the energy of this upload! 🤣 I am creating everyday (clothes, jewelry, choreography, etc.) and I have buckled down on myself in terms of COMPLETING projects. I'm using social media and my BuJo for accountability purposes. I post my ideas/start of my projects on snapchat so my friends can observe, but it also pushes me to complete my projects knowing that someone has viewed the beginning stages. Thank you for this upload as always!!!

[@JubeiKibagamiFez]

The blessing and curse of being sponsored.

[@sarahg3550]

When you get the notification today and it actually aligns with my genuine feelings right now. I have taken heed, watched commenting and really am going to get back to work I was avoiding🤦🏿‍♀️🤦🏿‍♀️🤦🏿‍♀️ *logs off KZbin.

[@PoohMrsSunshine]

Seriously needed this because deadlines are staring me down. Perspective.

[@Animefreak242]

I needed to hear this, but I don't want to hear this. 🤣 😭

[@BeeNaaa5]

Anyone skipping to 1:58 is missing out 😂😂😂😂😂

[@niKute201101]

fa real , i was going to but I'm so glad I didn't lool

[@asj7732]

😂😂😂 right that was hilarious

[@intentionalgreatness]

I went back because i read your comment and i'm glad i did😂

[@annoyedbyyourface]

Exactly! That was the best thing I've seen all day and I hope she does it again; too funny lol!

[@sakinahdiane7505]

"Finishing things helps you not be a hater." A WORD!!!!

[@Triplebeffect]

Yes! A Whole word. That'll preach!

[@jimmyneutron4632]

A whole word

[@PortraitofAsha]

Shabadoh!

[@ShainaaBW]

Where the gravy is smooth & the racism is too! 💀💀💀💀💀💀💀🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@marzblaq7267]

Oof Can’t Relate! 😂

[@GeekyGirlsNightIn]

i cri

[@pimppeach]

I yodelled 😂

[@MisterLevius]

That “black singles” one got me 🤣🤣

[@PochamaRex]

Mister Levius I got stuck on Radiolab

[@DMayco98]

MEEE toooooo! I'm so weak. Sounding like a Colt45 commercial!

[@AbundantleeJazz]

Yess, CTFU!

[@rocque101]

Same. I laughed though most of it

[@NotNeileya]

I was waiting on that one. Evelyn, you really came through with a good laugh!

[@zucchinigreen]

Well this read me to filth... "You cannot edit what doesn't exist..."

[@cabinfeverremedy5636]

Lol, I'm turning it into a decorative pillow.

[@gnarchar]

Me: “I’m not going to procrastinate my goals by watching KZbin videos on how to finish goals” Evelyn: Hold my La Croix

[@makeupunlimited]

😂

[@victoriouslypeculiar]

RIGHT

[@j.gilmore275]

😂🙌🏾

[@KennieJD]

WHOA WAIT I NEED A WHOLE VIDEO ABOUT THE STOCK SOUNDS! hilarious. I was having the worst morning

[@Evelynfromtheinternets]

Kennie J.D. COMING UP SIS also I love yerrrr videos!

[@Majakesable]

Sis.. Your "productivity" content is on point..i feel dragged and inspired at the same time.. Im here for it

[@kimeikoraevision5446]

👊🏾

[@LanreBabalola]

"How can you, someone who has nothing[...]" Ouch, Evelyn. Ouch. 😆😆

[@Evelynfromtheinternets]

Lanre Babalola LoL it had to be said! And hi Lanre!!!! 👋🏿

[@LanreBabalola]

@@Evelynfromtheinternets hiiii! 👋🏿 **blackest wave** I want to be funny like you when I grow up!

[@ZataraBerry]

Every part of my being wants to say 🗣GIRL WHO ASKED YOU🗣. But I know this is for my good, so thanks sis

[@Sharedpath777]

🤣🤣 when the truth holds you up n u trying to catch an attitude.

[@marshad905]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ladonnawashington1643]

Real talk.

[@dyse.4565]

Girl I looked around like .so who told you I needed to be gathered?! But gems.

[@BlyssfulStorm]

Fantastic video. A thing I was told that changed my life, "You rarely see when someone starts something. You only notice people once they've advanced past a certain point. Stop comparing your beginning to someone else's middle and end."

[@ladonnawashington1643]

BlyssfulStorm Truth on today.

[@irishgn08]

"You know what you can't fix? A blank page." Oof, that hurtssss 😂 I wanted this, needed it. Thanks

[@heavenheaven9134]

Your content is soulfood seasoned with wisdome and marinated in selflove, cooked in experience and served in small doses so we can get into the taste and digest properly. 🤗😋

[@laureenagyemang5424]

Samsspirit 11 wow! Nicely said

[@Sharedpath777]

🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@UKLeonie]

That's a whole word on my sabbath.

[@ZRho386]

Beautifully written comment

[@kaijohnson9048]

Samsspirit 11 Whoa...you broke that down sis! 💯😍👍🏽

[@shayg.4897]

“how can you work with someone else when you don’t even know how to work with yourself.” WHEW THIS TEA IS HOT.

[@hellokittied]

*_“hatin from outside the club”_*_ i felt that._

[@Ohh4udumn]

I procrastinated updating my cover letter for five days. When I was finally ready to start working on it, the job closed the application. Usually procrastination doesn’t affect me greatly, but this was enough for me to realize it’s time to change something and hopefully these tips will help me get started 😭

[@daniahmiller3336]

There you go skipping through my journal, lounging in my prayer closet, reading my WhatsApp messages again. You’re helping me Evelyn. This is quality content, thank you. ❤️

[@kaijohnson9048]

Daniah Miller 😂....YES!!

[@anayork3391]

Quality

[@AcademyWinna]

Evelyn: "And that's how you end up as someone whose been working on a webseries for 7 years." Me: *shocked Pokemon picture* 😲

[@Murdermagictricks]

*Looks at my web series that I never finished and only has a pilot*

[@dijanazmiro7570]

Im tired of you dragging me in the most helpful, and constructive way possible!!! 😭😩

[@kaijohnson9048]

Dijana Zmiro 😂🤣... I know right! Gotta love Evelyn!! 🥰

[@kimeikoraevision5446]

😅

[@maibimbum]

This whole video me and my 85% finished thesis are staring at each other like 👁👄👁... 👀💧

[@masomamakes2004]

Every video on how to succeed on KZbin is like "YOU GOTTA CATCH THEIR ATTENTION IN THE FIRST 30 SECONDS!!!!!" Evelyn is is over here spending the first 2 minutes of a video doing something completely unrelated to the video topic n I'm 1 hundo p here for it.

[@Evelynfromtheinternets]

Masoma Makes lmaoooooo gotta know the rules to break them 😂😂😂

[@nontaliemorrow]

“When you finish something you have the knowledge of what it takes. And that gives you greater respect for the people doing it on a larger scale or with less resources.” BARSSSSS!

[@deebee623]

I was NOT expecting to be attacked when she brought up writers 😩😩

[@GabrielleBanks]

this video was right on time. how did you drag and encourage me at the same time? lol thx Evelyn

[@CabblowStudios]

Right!?

[@iputaHEXXonyou]

Gabrielle Banks fully dragged and currently, angrily, FINISHING a song i was been supposed to put out. BEEN. i feel chastised lol.

[@UKLeonie]

So frigging true

[@kaijohnson9048]

Gabrielle Banks 😂🤣

[@SweetGaBrownin]

I loved the "audio songs" intro. It was hilarious RECAP 1. Builds self-trust 2. You can only fix what exist 3. Your respect for the process increases Ok internet cousin, preacher, and motivational speaker...Love you to pieces E!

[@LateefahABrown]

This is right on time. I come from a long line of habitual procrastinators. We are not (ever) okay! But, we’ll start working on it tomorrow. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KobokoFitness]

🤣 this is hilarious

[@garnetbabe2.0godschild40]

GET STARTED 2DAY

[@nicolecook3041]

I like and unliked this post because I’m trying to change my energy 😂😂😂😂

[@oliviaj4986]

I’ve literally never left an Evelyn video without laughing out loud so much and/or gaining some hard wisdom and this is no exception

[@kaijohnson9048]

Olivia Johnson Indeed! 💯❤️❤️❤️

[@missdee212]

My biggest issue is finishing things for myself. I can finish everything when it comes to work or my job. But things in my personal life I never finish.

[@beckjeezy]

missdee212 SAME!!!

[@Evelynfromtheinternets]

missdee212 i think it’s okay to tinker and dabble in things as long as that’s exactly what you intended on doing 👍🏿

[@lk2j938]

@Miss Dee. Me2🙋‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@theanadevine]

Gretchen Rubin has a personality framework that I know has helped a lot of people with the same “Why can I move mountains for other people but can’t move a molehill for myself” orientation. It’s called the 4 Tendencies, and the one that readily meets outer expectations and resists inner expectations is the “Obliger”. She has great practical tips for leveraging your tendency to make your life happier. She has a free quiz on her website. I highly recommend it.

[@Natsford]

I recently cut all my hair off and you still managed to drag me by the roots with this. Side note: after watching this I sat my ass down and actually completed a project.

[@MaryAnneAchieng]

4:20 took me back 😂 "I said to myself, 'Self?'; my self said 'Hm?'"

[@theanadevine]

“Finishing things helps you not be a hater.” Wise words for me, an aspiring non-hater.

[@hallease]

[ saves this video on my phone so when people slide into my DMs talmbout "how do I start a KZbin channel? I wanna be like youuuu!" I can say "Flattered. Watch this first." ]

[@giniastyle4363]

When the pastor speaks directly to you...preach today, cousin!

[@kaijohnson9048]

GiniaStyle 😂🤣...Amen!

[@Multilovinglove]

I gotta admit that this was the first time in my grad experience that I haven’t been procrastinating.....I’ve literally been turning in assignment hours or week earlier because I got so tired of the stress. I still procrastinate in between but finishing the work earlier has definitely helped my mental block

[@AvaSilvery]

Evelyn putting extra pressure on us these days with that red notebook in the background that says ANXIOUS so firmly.

[@Evelynfromtheinternets]

Ava Silvery LMAOOOOOOO I was reading a paper about anxiety lmaooooo random

[@AvaSilvery]

:')

[@xaj3252]

I'm mad that this popped up just as I was trying to procrastinate 😂😭

[@ashantirobinson8827]

'Finishing things helps you not be a hater' Got me sitting here feeling sheepish and CALLED THE FUCK OUT! Always appreciate the inspiring word from you Evelyn

[@ntombi-yensimbinarrates7297]

"Finishing something makes you not a hater." My new mantra.

[@garnetbabe2.0godschild40]

I'm procrastinating on adulting Send help 😩😭

[@Angie_YouTube]

It happens to the best of us. You'll be ok and I'm speaking to myself too 🤗 btw you watched a video to find help. That's something, because you could be watching cat videos....don't do it lol 😂

[@Sasu123456789x1]

Same lol

[@garnetbabe2.0godschild40]

@@Angie_KZbin but I love cat videos 🥺

[@rmya]

"am i willing to put in the work that they're putting in? or have i not finished a goddamn thing" looool god knows i needed this

[@eskayh7734]

I'm finally writing again after months of the urge refusing to take its foot off my neck. Now I'm making sure I write a little bit as often as possible because GIRL. My little piece of writing is really getting me through this trying time. I feel like I'm exhaling each time. Great video!

[@rainscopekaleidobow8751]

5:50-7:27 is something I realized about a year ago and it's SO TRUE. It is bittersweet to have so MANY interests because I never end up honing in on one specific thing and building my skills and knowledge base. I have gained more respect for people who perfect their craft because it shows that they truly have dedicated their energy to this habit/hobby over time.

[@NirmalaLegale]

evelyn i am begging you to upload these videos in podcast form😭😭😭

[@syds8752]

The author part of this triggered me. You’re too loud, sis 😖

[@mcwjes]

Unfinished moth paintings, half sewn top, partially crocheted sweater can confirm. Evelyn has been expecting me.

[@Niabiafoefia]

This read made me cry

[@lisaw44]

"Come on down to Cracker Barrel. Where the gravy is smooth and the racism is too!" When I say I shouted a loud ass laugh!! My neighbors are all awake now 😂😂 also, I learned (super basic but cute) video editing this week. Yay me!!

[@debbienehikhuere]

GO YOU!!!

[@debbienehikhuere]

Also your Yay me reminded me of London Tipton

[@theebajanqueen6599]

The admiration I have for Evelyn. 💯

[@audhdcreativity5899]

Yeah, so specific question: why are you wiser than me, a 48 year old mother of one? 🤣 For real. Thanks for the real talk, Evelyn ♡

[@seed2harvest89]

Come thru with the sponsorship coin 💵 Especially during the Rona Era. Naw, for real tho. Procrastination is a beast. A never ending battle like how Goku been battling the same villains for 3000 episodes of Dragonball. 🤦‍♀️

[@OnaSalvatFebrero]

this callled me all the way out

[@zainplaysguitars]

The humbling process hit me HARD, I started KZbin during this quarantine (who didn't lol) and when editing my second video... When I tell you the STRESS during the editing process made me appreciate the hard work of everyone else who has been at this for YEARS before me TENFOLD.... But it made me be a lot easier on myself at the same time too and realise that what I'm working on really does mean something to me 😅

[@urgirlfaye2096]

I just want to say I’ve been watching you since the beginning and have loved all your videos. YOU ARE THE CONENT GODESSS

[@ramieyaharris]

Same here ❤️

[@edwinamarie]

THE SIT BACK AT 7:03 😂 ma’am the drag felt MOTHERLY.

[@gabriellajones7850]

LOL "all the [insert the things you planned to do today] I had, require just a little too much effort for what I'm tryna do today" big FACTS

[@PortraitofAsha]

Cousin! I wanna vibe inside the club not hate from outside. Ya feel me! This quarantine has been super stimulating for my introverted heart. I've been mo' productive dinna mug....It's now to FINISH my projects 🙌

[@JNorry]

Wow, this video is way too loud -- this was particularly deafening "you literally cannot fix what hasn't been made yet." I mean whew -- bring it...bring it down a notch. Also, arrow meet bullseye.

[@naraeshai.]

"We're in a bit of a conundrum.. aren't we?" me emailing my professor back when I still don't get it 😂

[@auntiedeesorganizedrandomn976]

The "sample music with voice over" section 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@crystalpowell8619]

Loved the karaoke. That should be a constant thing. So funny. Wait- did I hear ‘irregardless’? 😖🥺😤 I almost left - as it is my kryptonite, but I knew my internet niece was being self aware. Once again, spitting positive knowledge.

[@jadethedreamer8954]

Right on time! After watching this video I went to finish editing my first KZbin video and came back to comment after some hours of editing. Thank you Evelyn!! This was a push I needed. Edit: Evelyn!! I finally completed my video. 😊 I am so happy!!!

[@nosaddesserts]

Lawrence (Season 1 Episode 1) needed this video #wootwoot

[@Chatterboxtherapists]

This is 100% true. I finished my book, but didn't send it to publishers. It sat and sat and one day I decided to check it off of my list and send it to publishers. I didn't think about it again. Next thing I know, the publisher liked it and I'm published! Just do it!

[@xgreydovex]

I waited to watch this video because I knew I would be attacked, and wasn't sure if I was ready to be called out like that. Having watched it now, I was absolutely right. Damn. Procrastination has been my side piece since Kindergarten, and it's only now 20+ years later that I'm finally working through that toxic relationship (via therapy of course).

[@maryanngorman3533]

I'm gonna be the old fuddy-duddy commenter here and tell you you are wise beyond your years. I have been a self-damaging procrastinator longer than you've been on the planet and I've never heard anyone give these wise and deeply true reasons why procrastinating sucks so bad. These are the real and true reasons to knock it off. Thank you.

[@semt9]

Evelyn: your guitar is dusty Me: *glances guiltily at my guitar in the corner*

[@alicesfckrlnd]

Girl I literally scrolled the comment section to see if anybody else was attacked by that guitar comment 😭😭😭 She ain’t had to call me out like that 😭

[@semt9]

@@alicesfckrlnd lmfaooo that comment was so loud!

[@Ldubs80]

If I turn on the radio one day, and here my internet cousin doing an ad spot....I'm hollering! 😂😂

[@AwomKenneth]

procrastination is me and me is procrastination

[@MzShonuff123]

“Finishing things helps you not be a hater”. Put that on a shirt and I will buy it 😂😂

[@masomamakes2004]

Sis stay coming through with the life advice I really need

[@ryawilliams8445]

Consistently!

[@ladydiamond6611]

why is her voice so soothing.....

[@carolbenavidez2228]

Have struggled with procrastination all my life. Read all the books, which sound all the same. Your suggestions were something I've never heard. Totally resonated. Thank you!! Will go finish those things I started ages ago!

[@kll40]

As someone who is forever procrastinating, the truth in this SLAPS

[@Rita-kx3yr]

You always out here calling me out on my bs 😆

[@rUtHlOvE1415]

"Finishing things helps you not be a hater." LOL!!! SO TRUE

[@shabamflam]

Thank you, Evelyn.

[@kalitalamba4711]

YOU CANNOT EDIT WHAT DOES NOT EXIST - I felt that

[@anastasianesbitt2381]

Evelyn has done it yet again, a video that called me out so specifically yet so usefully 😤

[@maatmaatah]

I am a simple woman : I see Evelyn, I click. On a serious note, thanks for this video that comes right on time. I started a writing piece and I have been procrastinating finishing it for no identifiable reason. So thank you for the burn Evelyn, needed it !

[@sumayamustafa2877]

Evelyn, I love your videos because you give sound and informed advise with a peer mentoring perspective. You don't talk down to your viewers because you realize these lessons were learned from overcoming adversity. This video is always a good reminder to stop playing the victim card. You remind us that if you want to be successful, you need to push yourself and power through. It also doesn't hurt that you are extremely funny and down to earth.This is a great video, period. Thanks Evelyn for always being a great influence and an ultimate internet cousin. Keep making stunning content.

[@uchoko16]

She’s keeping me sane this quarantine season

[@cyrinwatson3292]

7:01 The auntie stare.

[@JohnnieKornegay]

I love this video SO much! Just did a reaction to it for my Mastermind group. Thanks for the wisdom!

[@UKLeonie]

Sooooo Evelyn took my perfect date and made it relevant. Thank you for knocking me on my head, I got the message loud...loud...L.O.U.D and window cleaned clear.

[@melalex46]

This video was very encouraging, it even motivated me in relation to finishing this semester strong. Thank you

[@katiewilliams8909]

"How can you work with someone else when you don't know how to work with yourself?" Damn you got me! I always love your videos and you speak with so much heart and experience, thank you. I am the worst when it comes to not finishing projects, putting something off "until tomorrow", but wow you have got me.

[@emilydillon9238]

Today, I stood up for myself. I have been putting this off for far too long and while it feels scary and unsettling today, I am providing myself with evidence that I am capable.

[@freetea33]

I filmed a KZbin video today. The intro alone was a million takes😩😒 I almost quit but I heard Evelyn say, “have you finished a got damn thing?” 😂😂😂😂🤸🏾‍♂️ thanks for the INSPO

[@cereallover19]

That Cracker Barrel one had me hollering 🤣🤣🤣

[@_Zaaiinaab]

The fact that finishing something builds self trust is really eye opening to me. It’s gotten to a point now where I tell myself why would I even bother starting when I know I won’t stick to it, so thinking of it as gaining trust may actually help!! Love this one as usual you say just the right thing and word it in such a refreshing way, appreciate youuu Evelyn!!

[@KweenPhotos]

LMAO why is this so accurate? "pick yourselfves up by the bootstraps" was it for me

[@sweetemme2949]

Who else is going "Mmm" while listening to this in confirmation. Similar to being in church. Thanks for the word, Evelyn!🙏

[@gabbyquigley]

You nailed every song!!😂😂😂😂 And point #1:yes! 🙌🏾 #2:Yes! 😫 #3:YES!!😭

[@rachelb6796]

Your videos are relaxing, even when you're telling us to get our shit together.

[@Zedstergal]

This is so great! Really helps me as a PhD student who never really has the satisfaction of finishing anything (3 years later and I'm still working on the same project...). Came to this video from Hannah Witton's newsletter

[@mariereitan]

This is the big sister energy that I desperately needed ♡♡

[@taylormade9748]

Let me tell you, my lazy ass needed this. As a 25 year old I have been procrastinating like hell and just trying to catch up. Thank you for more motivation fam

[@safaecreates3361]

You know what... that part about having respect for what it takes to complete a project---wooooohhhh I needed that while I'm hate scrolling through their accomplishments!

[@Eadig]

Ughh me trying to revamp my channel but I keep procrastinating! 😅 Thanks for the motivation ❤️❤️