The Art of Manliness #356: How to Finally Beat Procrastination
Nov 14, 2017
Jane Burka and Lenora Yuen, clinical psychologists and co-authors of "Procrastination: Why You Do It, What to Do About It Now," dive deep into the psychology behind procrastination. They discuss the vicious cycle of putting things off, revealing that the root causes often stem from fears of failure or perfectionism, rather than poor time management. With insights on treating tasks as experiments and the importance of self-acceptance, they provide practical strategies to help listeners break free from procrastination and foster a more productive mindset.
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Root Cause Beyond Time Management
- Time management failures are not the root cause of procrastination; it's often about fear and feelings of unworthiness.\n- Procrastination is more a psychological issue than a simple behavioral or organizational problem.
Fear of Failure Drives Procrastination
- Fear of failure lets procrastinators avoid testing if their best effort is good enough by delaying work.\n- Procrastination paradoxically lowers perfectionistic standards by forcing last-minute completion.
The Paradoxical Fear of Success
- Fear of success involves anxiety about added responsibility, competition, and losing relationships due to advancement.\n- Procrastination serves as a way to avoid climbing the "escalator" of success.
