Procrastination

Causes
Effects
&
Diversons

Causes of Procrastination

Fear
Fear of success
Fear of failure
Fear of the outcome


Perfectionism
Perfectionism
(1) You hold to lofty standards.
(2) You have no guarantee you'll do well enough.
(3) Less than the best is not an option.
(4) As you think of not doing well enough, you feel
uncomfortable.
(5) You fear the feelings of discomfort.
(6) You hide your imperfections from yourself and dodge
discomfort by doing something "safer," such as playing
computer games.
(7) You repeat this exasperating process until you get off this
contingent-worth merry-go-round by working to do better
while not demanding perfection from yourself.
Lack of Motivation
Risk/Time seems greater than the reward
Low/No interest
Can be caused be depression, poor self image,
or stress


Lack of Focus
Lack of Focus
Excessive distractions
Goals and objectives havent been clearly
defined
Can be caused by anxiety, depression, ADHD,
fatigue, or general confusion of life

Effects of Procrastination
Mental & Emotional Effects
Lowered self esteem
Obsessive thinking
Deepening Depression
Anger
Frustration
Sense of helplessness

Physical Effects
Tension
High Blood Pressure
Nausea
Agitation
Sleep Difficulties

Effects on Quality of Life
Sense of Spiritual Emptiness
Missed opportunities
Relationship troubles
Negative thinking and demeanor
Isolation from loved ones
Ways People Procrastinate
Ways People Procrastinate
Cleaning
Time on the internet
Sleeping
Drugs/Alcohol
Television
Social activities