Procrastination
Procrastination is rarely about laziness; it is usually an emotional regulation problem.
We avoid tasks to avoid the negative feelings associated with them.
The 4 Common Root Causes:
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Perfectionism: The fear that the output won’t be good enough creates paralysis.
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Ambiguity: Not knowing the very first step creates mental friction.
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Overwhelm: The task feels too massive to tackle (the “mountain” effect).
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Lack of Intrinsic Motivation: The task is boring, repetitive, or feels meaningless.
👉Discussion Question: Think of one task you are currently avoiding. Which of
the four causes above applies to it?