The only way out of procrastination is to deal with general levels of anxiety. Once you learn how to get around those feelings, then you can be more productive. Note: dealing with anxiety is a daily task but it can be done if you're mindful about it.
My grandfather was a carpenter working in a factory that made piano benches. He worked there his entire career.
He was in his early fifties when he retired and was actually retired longer than he worked in terms of time, and when he died he still had 6 digits in assets (not including his house.) He didn't do anything special except live modestly, save, and buy stocks.
Who can say they'll have the same experience working a blue collar job today?