We are constantly told that it is not good to procrastinate. Procrastination is often viewed as a negative thing and something which should be avoided at all costs. Putting things off is rarely seen as a good thing. But there are circumstances in which waiting may be the best thing you can do.

1) When purchasing a big ticket item: When buying higher ticket items it can be beneficial to wait until you have had time to consider all options available to you. This includes price, available features, warranties, etc. Don't be in a rush to make a larger purchase until you have taken the time to research the details to make an educated decision.

2) Before committing your time: It is easy sometimes to jump in and commit yourself and your time to people looking for volunteers for church, school, or other social functions. It is great to volunteer when the need is there, but don't do so until you have taken time to consider if you truly have the time to do so.

3) Before apologizing: When an apology is needed for something you may have done or said, it can be a knee jerk reaction to immediately apologize. In many cases it may be better to hold off until you have had ample time to think things through. A heartfelt apology that comes later can be much more meaningful to receive than an apology that you immediately deliver in the moment.

4) After a major life event: There are often major decisions that need to be made after certain life events. A birth, death, divorce or any other major life event often leaves us with serious decisions that need to be made. Certain decisions surrounding these circumstances obviously cannot wait, but others can. Allow yourself time before making the big decisions that do not need to be made immediately. Taking time to process your emotions will allow you to make better decisions for yourself as well as for those around you.

5) When help would make the job easier: There are times when we have certain things we want done. Painting a room, moving some furniture or shopping for a new car are all things we could probably do alone if we had to. But sometimes certain things are easier when there is someone there to help us. Wait until you can get some help before attempting some of these things alone. Although doing them alone may mean they get done sooner, waiting for help may mean the jobs actually get done faster.

6) Before signing a contract: This seems to be a no brainer, but this may pop us more than you realize. Some contacts, such as gym memberships, may be valid for a year but will continue to go month to month after the initial year has ended, unless you tell them to cancel. Not being aware of this can cost you money before you even realize what is happening. Always take the time to read the full agreement, top to bottom, before you sign anything.

7) Before believing everything you hear or read: I saw a social media post one day that said., 'Don't believe everything you read on the Internet.' It was positioned as a quote from Abraham Lincoln. I found it very funny, but at the same time very true. In the age of Internet and social media, it can be very easy to take everything we see and read as the truth. Just because somebody claims to be a professional or an expert online does not necessarily mean that they are. Take a step back before immediately assuming that everything you see or hear is true...and definitely before passing it on.

Just to be clear, by procrastinating in these instances, I don't mean you put the task off forever, but rather do a little bit of research and/or thinking first. Not everything is meant to be done as fast as possible...and not everything is meant to be done at all for that matter. Sometimes, a little bit of waiting time...and thinking/planning time...is the best method.

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1) Buy new pillows for your bed. This TO DO is on my own personal list. To determine if yours are in need of replacement, fold each in half. If it doesn't spring back into shape, it's time to be replaced. If you have to replace lots of bed pillows, and it's too expensive for you to do so, try replacing one per month until they're all fresh and new. A good night's sleep for everyone will be worth it.

2) Recycle super-old tax paperwork. Shred and recycle any tax paperwork prior to 2010. Unless you have very special financial circumstances (check with your accountant), don't keep these musty-dusty papers, or the envelopes or boxes they're in, a moment longer.

3) Donate a box of craft supplies. If you're a crafter, like I am, you're probably having a small panic attack. But really, every crafter (I repeat... every crafter) has craft supplies they will never, ever use. Grab a box...and yes, it has to be larger than a shoe box...fill it up, seal it, and bring it to your local donation center.

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