Procrastination: Why You Do It (And How to Make It Work for You)

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Lion Counseling Podcast

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The Lion Counseling Podcast helps men escape the cages that hold them back and become the Lions they were created to be. It exists to help men obtain success, purpose, happiness, and peace in their career and personal lives. The podcast is hosted by the founder of Lion Counseling, Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified EMDR Therapist), and Zack Carter (Counselor and Coach with Lion Counseling). In their podcasts, they address a variety of topics relevant to men, including: mental health, relationships, masculinity, faith, success, business, and self-improvement.

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Procrastination: Why You Do It (And How to Make It Work for You)

Lion Counseling Podcast

24 minutes

1 month ago

Procrastination: Why You Do It (And How to Make It Work for You)

🎙️ Episode 27 – Procrastination: Why You Do It (And How to Make It Work for You)

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why do I keep putting this off?”—this episode is for you.

In this episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) break down the 3 types of procrastination—and explain why your brain might actually be working for you, not against you.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why procrastination is often biologically wired
✅ The difference between idealistic, avoidance, and operational procrastination
✅ How perfectionism, fear, and vague goals are sabotaging your momentum
✅ Practical strategies to make progress (even if you feel stuck)

From elite performers and entrepreneurs to men trying to stay ahead of anxiety and burnout, this episode gives you the tactical mindset shift you need to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward—on your own terms.

👉 Feeling stuck? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack to explore if counseling or coaching is a good fit:
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Topics We Cover in This Episode:

Why procrastination is biologically smart (sometimes)
How to turn your "last-minute energy" into a strength
What’s really behind perfectionism and idealistic delay
Why fear-based avoidance keeps you stuck (and how to break through it)
How to make vague goals specific and achievable
A mindset and action plan to rewire your brain for consistency
When to ask for help (and how we can support you)

About the Show:
The Lion Counseling Podcast helps men escape the cages that hold them back and become the lions they were created to be. Hosted by Mark Odland and Zack Carter, we talk about real issues—anxiety, procrastination, trauma, marriage, addiction, legacy—with practical tools, Christian faith, and real-world humor.

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