The Mel Robbins Podcast

How to Stop Procrastinating, According to the World’s Leading Expert (It’s Not What You Think)

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Dec 11, 2023
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Joseph Ferrari, a distinguished psychology professor at DePaul University and expert on procrastination, reveals the surprising truths about why we delay tasks. He explores procrastination as a complex epidemic, clarifying the difference between occasional procrastinators and chronic ones. Listeners learn how social esteem influences procrastination and why perfectionism is often a key factor. Dr. Ferrari also shares powerful strategies, including the Premack Principle, that can help anyone overcome the urge to procrastinate.
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INSIGHT

Procrastination Defined

  • Procrastination is the intentional, irrational delay of a task.
  • It's different from delaying or pondering and is a maladaptive lifestyle.
INSIGHT

Chronic vs. Occasional

  • Everyone procrastinates sometimes, but not everyone is a chronic procrastinator.
  • 20% of adults are chronic procrastinators, impacting various life areas.
ANECDOTE

Mel's Procrastination

  • Mel Robbins shares her personal struggles with chronic procrastination.
  • She gives examples, from academic delays to everyday life challenges.
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