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What is procrastination?
Procrastination <TAG1> is the tendency to delay important tasks or decision-making until a later time, even if it can have negative consequences. It is a behavioral and emotional response, often accompanied by discomfort, anxiety, or guilt over not doing important things in the right time frame.
Causes of procrastination
- Fear of failure. People postpone tasks because they are afraid to do something imperfectly.
- Overloading. A large number of cases can lead to a state of «paralysis», when it is difficult to focus on one thing.
- Lack of a clear goal. When a task seems blurred, it is difficult to start.
- Instant reward. People tend to choose activities that bring quick satisfaction (for example, social networks) instead of performing long and difficult tasks.
Forms of procrastination
- Active procrastination. A person postpones things, but at the same time works in stressful conditions and often completes everything at the last moment.
- Passive procrastination. Tasks are postponed without a real intention to complete them, which leads to chronic avoidance of cases.
How to deal with procrastination?
- Divide the task into parts. Taking small steps is easier than immediately taking on a big task.
- Set realistic deadlines. This helps to avoid open terms that create the illusion of infinite time.
- Use the Pomodoro technique. Work for 25 minutes without a break, and then rest for 5 minutes.
- Motivate yourself. Think about the reward you will receive after completing the task.
Procrastination – is a normal experience that happens to everyone from time to time. The main thing is – to learn how to control it and turn it from a barrier into an impetus for action.
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