Hey, what’s up? 😃 Oh yeah, I will get to it later. Studies show that 20-25% of adults and 50% of college students procrastinate. 📚 This behavior impacts mental health, social, professional, and financial well-being. 💼💔

Do you struggle with procrastination? 🕒 Hello, I’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. 🎯

Procrastination is the voluntary delay in starting or completing a task despite knowing it will have negative consequences. ⚠️ It's linked to stress, anxiety, guilt, and poor performance in various aspects of life. 😔

Why do people procrastinate? It’s not just poor time management; it’s often about avoiding unpleasant emotions. Perfectionism, fear of failure, and lack of motivation are common reasons. 💡 We procrastinate tasks we find difficult or stressful, often opting for immediate gratification instead. 🎮🍔

Procrastination is a learned behavior starting in childhood. 🧒 It’s essential to teach kids the value of hard work early on to avoid this habit. 💪

There are many reasons why people procrastinate, and understanding these can help you tackle the issue. 🛠️

Thank you for watching. If you enjoyed this video, comment below, subscribe, like, and share. 👍 Have other topics you want me to discuss? Let me know in the comments. 📝 Remember, you are in control of your life. The more you know, the more you grow. 🌱 God Bless, and have a wonderful life. 🙏✨