Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast The Psychology of Procrastination
Jul 3, 2018
The podcast discusses procrastination, its effects on self-confidence, and the psychological rewards of avoidance. It explores personal and system-based factors of procrastination, including impulsivity and distress tolerance. The chapters cover topics like imposter syndrome, cognitive distortions, building willpower, and reflections on personal growth and leadership.
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Extreme Procrastination
- Dr. Jackson Brammer shares his procrastination struggles, admitting to writing presentation content while the audience eats.
- He delayed Step 1 and only completed 50% of UWorld questions once, highlighting his procrastination's severity.
Procrastination in Medical School
- Dr. Brammer's procrastination impacted his medical school experience, including Step 1 preparation.
- Despite being diagnosed and treated for ADHD, he still struggled with procrastination.
Lies We Tell Ourselves
- Procrastination involves delaying intended actions and often includes self-deception like "I work better under pressure."
- The belief that motivation will appear later is a delusion, as the task remains unchanged.