By procrastinating, you hold the most control over whatever task you’re working on. However, this also means, obviously, that that particular task isn’t being done.
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By definition, procrastinating means that you’re avoiding a difficult task—likely in favor of an activity that provides more instant gratification.
But it’s not just the fact that you’re not working that makes procrastination a waste of time. It’s also the fact that often,
To change anything in the brain, you have to focus your attention on the task at hand. However, most find it challenging to concentrate for long periods of time without daydreaming.
Curb your wandering mind by working out the cause for the wandering. Procrastination is a psychological copin...
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