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Moment 177: You're NOT Lazy! This Is The REAL Reason You Procrastinate: The Performance Doctor
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The Myth of Procrastination
Procrastination is often misunderstood as merely being a result of laziness or avoidance of hard work. Instead, research indicates that it is predominantly driven by the desire to escape negative emotions such as frustration, confusion, boredom, and anxiety. People procrastinate because they fear their ability to tackle certain tasks and doubt their competence. To effectively manage procrastination, it is essential to identify specific tasks that trigger these adverse feelings and explore ways to alter the emotional responses associated with them.
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