93. Understanding Procrastination: The Psychological Processes Behind It

In this episode, Dr. Z. dives deep into the world of
procrastination, debunking common myths, exploring the different
types of procrastinators, and unpacking the psychological
processes that fuel our tendency to delay.


Debunking the Myths of Procrastination


Many of us have internalized misconceptions about
procrastination. Dr. Z. tackles these head-on, revealing that
procrastination is rarely about laziness or poor time management.
Instead, it often stems from deeper psychological factors. For
example, the myth that people “work better under pressure” is
just that—a myth. Research shows that last-minute work rarely
leads to better results and often increases stress. Similarly,
blaming procrastination on a lack of willpower oversimplifies the
issue; it’s more about understanding and addressing the
underlying factors that drive problematic procrastination.


Six Reflective Questions to Break the Cycle


Dr. Z. shares six reflective questions to unpack the
psychological roots of procrastinating behaviors.





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