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Procrastination is a common behavior from "summary" of The Art of Procrastination by John Perry

Procrastination is something that most people can relate to, whether they admit it or not. It's a behavior that is so common that it almost seems like a natural part of being human. We all have tasks that we put off, whether it's doing the laundry, paying bills, or starting that big project at work. The idea of procrastination being a common behavior is not new. In fact, philosophers and writers have been discussing it for centuries. They often talk about how we all have a tendency to delay tasks that we find unpleasant or daunting. It's almost as if we are hardwired to avoid certain things, even if we know that ultimately, we will have to face them. One of the reasons why procrastination is so common is that it offers temporary relief from anxiety. When we put off a...
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    The Art of Procrastination

    John Perry

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