WHY PEOPLE PROCRASTINATE? COGNITIVE AND EMOTIONAL REASONS - Ms. SRIMATHI S P / II B.Sc Psychology / MKJC(A)
WHY PEOPLE PROCRASTINATE? COGNITIVE AND EMOTIONAL REASONS Procrastination is delaying important tasks due to reasons like fear of failure, low motivation, feeling overwhelmed, or seeking immediate comfort. It makes people avoid work now even though it creates more stress later . Cognitive Reasons (Thinking-Related): · People underestimate the time needed to complete tasks. · Low confidence or self-doubt leads to avoidance. · Too many choices or unclear steps cause decision paralysis. · Perfectionism makes people wait for the “perfect” moment. · Difficulty in prioritising tasks leads to delays. Emotional Reasons (Feeling-Related): · Fear of failure or making mistakes encourages avoidance. · Stress and anxiety make tasks feel overwhelming. · Low motivation occurs when tasks feel boring or unimportant. · People seek instant comfort, choosing easy activities over difficult ones. Consequences of...
