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PROCRASTINATION FOOLED ME FOR YEARS A Confession (and a Strategy That Finally Worked)
Did you ever push off assignments while you were in school? Do you wait until the last possible minute to take care of important responsibilities? Procrastination is a concept that many Americans struggle with, and when left alone, it can cause havoc in various aspects of your life. National Procrastination Week starts on March 9, which feels oddly appropriate for me to write about since procrastination has been a lifelong struggle of mine. If there were an award for “Why do today what can be put off until tomorrow?” I probably would’ve won it as a kid. It drove my mom absolutely crazy. Big school projects were almost always done at the last minute. Papers written the night before. Studying crammed into a few frantic hours. Somehow, things usually worked out, but it was stressful, chaotic, and far from ideal. The tricky part is that procrastination can be deceptive. I’ve always felt that some of my best work happens when I’m “under the gun.” That pressure creates focus. Distractions fall away and I lock in. But here’s what I’ve learned the hard way: Living that way keeps you permanently reactive. You’re always responding to urgency instead of acting with intention. Over time, that creates stress, mental clutter, and a constant feeling of being behind, even when things are going well.
For years, I tried to fix this with to-do lists. And for years, they failed me.
My to-do lists didn’t motivate me; they mocked me. They became “not-to-do lists.” Items stayed on there for weeks, sometimes months, quietly reminding me of everything I hadn’t done. I’d rewrite them, reorganize them, color-code them … and still procrastinate.
“You’re always responding to urgency instead of acting with intention.”
What finally changed the game for me was a simple realization: Things don’t get done unless they make it onto my calendar. Today, my calendar is my to-do list. If something is important enough to need my time, it gets scheduled, such as meetings, a court appearance, or an appointment with a client. I stopped relying on motivation and started relying on structure. Time blocks replaced wishful thinking. This shift did two powerful things: It forced me to be realistic about what I could actually accomplish, and it moved me from reactive mode to proactive mode.
Instead of constantly putting out fires, I started deciding in advance what mattered and when it would happen.
I won’t pretend I’ve cured procrastination forever. I haven’t. But this one change dramatically reduced its grip on my life. Planning and scheduling became my secret weapon. If procrastination is something you struggle with, my advice is simple: Don’t ask if you’ll get to it, but instead, decide when. Put it on the calendar. Protect that time. That’s how I finally stopped living under the gun and started working ahead of it.
–Brad Scott
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Most wedding dresses come from boutiques or family closets. But in the 1940s, some came from the sky. During and after World War II, brides across the U.S. and parts of Europe walked down the aisle in gowns made from parachutes. Equal parts scarcity and sentiment contributed to the development of this tradition. At the time, budgets were tight. Brides-to-be faced fabric rationing, and the military got most of the nylon. A parachute offered yards of strong, clean material, making it valuable. But for some couples, the biggest draw wasn’t the fabric. It was the story tied to it. One of the most famous examples is that of Major Claude Hensinger, who was forced to parachute out of a burning bomber. The chute delivered him safely to the ground and served as his bedding while he waited for rescue. He proposed to his girlfriend, Ruth, after returning home and suggested she use that same parachute for her gown. She hired a seamstress to construct the bodice and gathered the skirt herself using parachute cords. The finished dress, inspired by one from “Gone With the Wind,” now sits in the Smithsonian. Another bride, Carolyn Martin, made her own parachute dress after her fiancé, Chuck, survived a training flight crash. Carolyn transformed his parachute into a wedding dress using the sewing skills she had picked up in eighth grade. It is now part of the San Diego Air and Space Museum’s collection. A far more elaborate dress is stored at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. It originally belonged to an Air Force family and was pieced together from nine parachutes used in combat. DRESSES FROM THE SKY Parachutes Turned Into Wedding Gowns
Trial lawyer David Holt gives an inside look at high- stakes cases nationwide. He shares his journey from law enforcement to the courtroom, lessons from a major brain injury verdict, and why authenticity and trust often matter more than strategy in front of a jury. The holidays may be over, but it’s never too early to plan for next year’s debate. Brad and David revisit one of the most disputed questions: What really counts as a Christmas movie? Classics like “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” and “A Christmas Story” are weighed against controversial picks like “Die Hard,” “Gremlins,” and “Harry Potter.” Sonny Lee shares how the loss of his father inspired him to found Son of a Saint, mentoring boys growing up without
fathers. He and David discuss how grief can spark positive change and the lasting impact of mentorship and community investment. Hit play for sharp insights on cases, classics, and causes that truly matter.
One of the most meaningful parachute dresses, though, came from a displaced persons camp in Germany. Two Holocaust survivors, Ludwig Friedman and Lilly Lax, married at the camp in 1946. To make the wedding dress, Ludwig bought a parachute from Allied troops, and Lilly hired a seamstress using cigarette rations. Two more brides at other camps borrowed their dress before it was preserved at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.
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Parachute nylon was never meant to be heirloom fabric. But during a time of shortages and uncertainty, that’s what it became.
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Our Client Advisory Board Dinner Is Coming in April!
We’re excited to announce that our semiannual Client Advisory Board Dinner is just around the corner! This special evening is our way of bringing together past and present clients to share their thoughts, insights, and feedback on what we do well, and what we can do even better. Our client’s voices matter, and this event provides an opportunity to help shape the future of the firm’s services while enjoying a night out with good company.
According to the World Happiness Report, Norway consistently ranks in the top 10 happiest countries in the world, whereas the U.S. has been in the high teens for years. We can’t emulate everything Norwegians do to remain happy (nor would most Americans want to). But they do offer a unique strategy Americans can utilize to maintain a positive outlook on life. Velvære is the Norwegian word for the state of well-being, which can be achieved by adopting the Nordic concept of slow living. The Art of Slow Living Find Your ‘Velvære’ Through Nature, Community, and Coziness
The evening will feature a delicious dinner, lively conversation, and a few surprise door prizes to make the night even more memorable. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with our team, meet other clients, and have fun in a relaxed, engaging setting. Keep an eye out for more details on the date and location; we can’t wait to welcome our guests and hear what’s on their minds! #FightForTheWin
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Here are three strategies straight from Norway to help you reach velvære.
Friluftsliv While friluftsliv may look like something found in a medical textbook, it refers to the Norwegian concept of open-air living and outdoor recreation. Norwegians spend ample time outside, regardless of the season. They ski, cook, and walk in nature. The outdoors plays a huge role in the Norwegian way of life, which directly impacts their happiness! Dugnad As we already know, community and belonging have a significant role in our happiness. Dugnad is a Norwegian activity all about helping and supporting one’s community. Whether through doing volunteer work, cleaning up public spaces, or raising money to support local causes, finding ways to help others will provide more value to your life and help your heart stay happy. Koselig How do you describe your everyday sense of being? Do you experience your life as chaotic, calm, or consistent? Koselig is the idea of incorporating coziness into all aspects of your life. When you carry yourself with a sense of warmth and comfort, you feel better and spread happiness everywhere you go.
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Inside This Issue
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The Simple Shift That Turned Procrastination Into Progress
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Brides Who Wore Parachutes What’s New on OVERRULED Podcast
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Our Client Advisory Board Dinner Is Coming in April! 3 Essential Strategies Straight From Norway to Boost Your Daily Life
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America’s Scariest Motel Is No Laughing Matter
If you’re looking for your next vacation spot, how about considering somewhere unlike anywhere else in the world? Over 200 miles north of Las Vegas sits a hauntingly unique tourist destination straight out of a coulrophobe’s nightmares, the World Famous Clown Motel in Tonopah. Outside of paranormal researchers and ghost hunters, you won’t find many tourists frequenting Tonopah. The town has faced many hardships over the years and only boasts a population of around 2,000 people. Founded in 1900 as a mining community, the locals faced a plague in 1905 and a serious mine fire in 1911. Mine fires were a persistent problem in early Tonopah, and one would eventually claim the life of Clarence David in 1942. David had an impressive clown collection. Upon his death, his children inherited 150 of them. In 1985, they decided to open a motel next to the cemetery that housed their father’s grave. Inside, they proudly displayed their father’s collection. The Davids sold the motel 10 years later, and things really amped up in 2015, when “Ghost Adventures” premiered its episode at the location. Tourists flocked there, and people worldwide donated clowns to the museum. The Clown Motel was sold again in 2019 under the condition that it would continue operations and the clowns would remain. Over the years, the collection has grown significantly. They claim that it now holds over 6,500 clowns. They’ve even transformed some rooms to feature icons from America’s favorite horror movies, adding to the appeal. If you’re interested in staying at “America’s Scariest Motel,” rooms are available at an affordable price almost every night!
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Will You Brave a Night at the Clown Motel?
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