HBR IdeaCast 3 Strategies for Dealing with Procrastination
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May 3, 2022 Alice Boyes, a former clinical psychologist and author of Stress-Free Productivity, dives into the intriguing world of procrastination. She reveals that it's not just about discipline but also understanding the emotional and psychological aspects behind it. Boyes discusses how emotions can be leveraged as tools for motivation. She emphasizes the need for self-compassion and embracing the discomfort that procrastination can bring, especially in the workplace. Her insights offer fresh strategies for transforming procrastination into a pathway for personal growth.
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Procrastination's Complexity
- Procrastination is a complex behavior with various underlying reasons.
- It can be part of the creative process, problem-solving, or simply having too much to do.
Productive Procrastination
- Students often clean their dorm rooms when they should study for exams.
- This exemplifies productive procrastination, where less important tasks get done while avoiding the main one.
Strategies for Procrastination
- Develop strategies to overcome procrastination when it becomes a problem.
- This allows you to confidently tackle tasks even when you feel overwhelmed.
