Have you ever had a looming deadline on a big project only to spend an inordinate amount of time cleaning out your refrigerator or detailing your car? Maybe you're afraid of failing at the upcoming task. Maybe this is an ongoing trait that you need to address on a deeper level. If you struggle to get started on a project until it's crunch time, you might have an unhealthy relationship with stress .
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