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June 11, 2025 8 mins

What if your procrastination isn’t actually laziness, but your brain’s brilliant protection system at work? In this eye-opening episode, we’ll dive into the fascinating brain-based strategies that explain why high-achieving entrepreneur moms sometimes find themselves organizing sock drawers instead of tackling important tasks.

From the story of a successful friend avoiding a crucial speech to understanding the neuroscience of fear, in this episode we will uncover:

  • The surprising reason you’re suddenly obsessed with cleaning when big tasks loom (and how fear affects the brain)
  • The 3-step framework to transform avoidance into action (finally understanding why you keep procrastinating)
  • How to rewire your brain’s response to challenges using simple dopamine-boosting techniques (your complete guide to how to deal with procrastination)
  • The science-backed method for how to overcome procrastination once and for all

Plus, discover the simple yet powerful technique that helped my friend go from paralyzed with fear to crushing her speech… and how you can apply it to any challenge in your business.

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About Dr. Celia (Psychiatrist and Coach for Mom Entrepreneurs)- I give ambitious Mom Business Owners a proven strategy to manage their schedule and reduce the mental load so they can get more done in small pockets of time they have— and start making the big moves in their business.

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

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