5/23/25

Understanding and Overcoming Procrastination ๐ŸŽฏ

Hey, whatโ€™s up? ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Oh yeah, I will get to it later. Studies show that 20-25% of adults and 50% of college students procrastinate. ๐Ÿ“š This behavior impacts mental health, social, professional, and financial well-being. ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ’”

Do you struggle with procrastination? ๐Ÿ•’ Hello, Iโ€™m Dr. Joe Laird, LPC. In this video, I'll discuss procrastination and why we do it. Reducing procrastination can help you achieve your goals. ๐ŸŽฏ

Procrastination is the voluntary delay in starting or completing a task despite knowing it will have negative consequences. โš ๏ธ It's linked to stress, anxiety, guilt, and poor performance in various aspects of life. ๐Ÿ˜”

Why do people procrastinate? Itโ€™s not just poor time management; itโ€™s often about avoiding unpleasant emotions. Perfectionism, fear of failure, and lack of motivation are common reasons. ๐Ÿ’ก We procrastinate tasks we find difficult or stressful, often opting for immediate gratification instead. ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿ”

Procrastination is a learned behavior starting in childhood. ๐Ÿง’ Itโ€™s essential to teach kids the value of hard work early on to avoid this habit. ๐Ÿ’ช

There are many reasons why people procrastinate, and understanding these can help you tackle the issue. ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ

Thank you for watching. If you enjoyed this video, comment below, subscribe, like, and share. ๐Ÿ‘ Have other topics you want me to discuss? Let me know in the comments. ๐Ÿ“ Remember, you are in control of your life. The more you know, the more you grow. ๐ŸŒฑ God Bless, and have a wonderful life. ๐Ÿ™โœจ

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