Procrastination can be a form of active waiting from "summary" of The Art of Procrastination by John Perry
When we think of procrastination, the usual connotation is negative - a delay in completing tasks, putting things off until the last minute, and feeling guilty about not being productive. However, what if I told you that procrastination can actually be a form of active waiting? This may seem paradoxical at first, but upon closer examination, it actually makes a lot of sense.
Imagine you have a deadline approaching, and instead of diving headfirst into the task at hand, you find yourself delaying the inevitable. You may start organizing your workspace, checking emails, or even doing chores around the house. While these activities may seem like distractions, they can actually serve a purpose. By engaging in these "productive" tasks, you are not just idly waiting for the deadline to come - you are actively preparing yourself for the task ahead.
In the book "The Art of Procrastination," John Perry argues that procrastination can be a way of priming yourself for success. By allowing yourself to pro...
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