University of Madras 🫡Procrastination
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Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing tasks, often to avoid something uncomfortable or challenging, despite knowing the consequences. It's driven by a desire for immediate gratification, making us focus on short-term relief over long-term goals. Psychologists often relate procrastination to issues like fear of failure, perfectionism, or even anxiety. Here’s a simple analogy: **Procrastination is like paying tomorrow for the same things you can get done today but with interest.** The longer you delay, the more stressful and overwhelming the task becomes. ### Key Quotes on Procrastination: - **"You may delay, but time will not."** — Benjamin Franklin - **"Procrastination is the thief of time."** — Edward Young - **"Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task."** — William James The key to overcoming procrastination is understanding your triggers, breaking tasks into smaller steps, and taking action despite discomfort, one step at a time.
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