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The Productivity Expert: How to Make 2024 Your Most Productive & ABUNDANT Year Yet | Ali Abdaal

The School of Greatness

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Understanding Fear and Procrastination

Fear, deeply rooted in our brain's survival mechanism, often leads to procrastination. The amygdala, the brain's fear center, evolved to perceive any threat to our social standing as a danger to our survival. Thus, fear of social disapproval or failure becomes a significant cause of procrastination, as the brain is designed to protect us from such perceived threats, even if they are not life-threatening. This explains why many individuals struggle to take action due to fear of judgment, failure, or self-criticism, as the brain instinctively prioritizes protecting social status over pursuing personal goals.

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