It surprises many to learn that putting off the less urgent (procrastination) is related to the hyperactivity exhibited by those who are unable to turn down virtually any request made of them. They are the two sides of the same coin.
Both pathologies are manifestations of lacking a purpose beyond merely surviving, being liked or getting by.
Knowing your purpose gives you the courage to say, “No.”
Knowing your purpose helps you say, “I’m really sorry, I’m overcommitted right now.”
Knowing your purpose helps you say, “It sounds great, but I’m not available then.”
Knowing your purpose helps you pass up off-purpose opportunities and avoid getting sucked up into the emergencies of others. Knowing your purpose provides a benchmark for making courageous decisions; distinguishing between what is important and what isn’t. Knowing our purpose may be one of the most important things to know about ourselves.