Download or read book Solving the Procrastination Puzzle written by Timothy A. Pychyl and published by TarcherPerigee. This book was released on 2013-12-26 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Previously published as The Procrastinator's Digest in Canada by Howling Pines Publishers in 2010."

Download or read book The Procrastination Equation written by Piers Steel and published by Random House Canada. This book was released on 2010-12-28 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DON'T WAIT TO READ THIS BOOK: The world's leading expert on procrastination uses his groundbreaking research to offer understanding on a matter that bedevils us all. Writing with humour, humanity and solid scientific information reminiscent of Stumbling on Happiness and Freakonomics, Piers Steel explains why we knowingly and willingly put off a course of action despite recognizing we'll be worse off for it. For those who surf the Web instead of finishing overdue assignments, who always say diets start tomorrow, who stay up late watching TV to put off going to sleep, The Procrastination Equation explains why we do what we do—or in this case don't—and why in Western societies we're in the midst of an escalating procrastination epidemic. Dr. Piers Steel takes on the myths and misunderstandings behind procrastination and motivation. With accessible prose and the benefits of new scientific research, he provides insight into why we procrastinate even though the result is that we are less happy, healthy, and even wealthy. Who procrastinates and why? How many ways, big and small, do we procrastinate? How can we stop doing it? The reasons are part cultural, part psychological, part biological. And, with a million new ways to distract ourselves in the digitized world, more of us are potentially damaging ourselves by putting things off. But Steel not only analyzes the factors that weigh us down but the things that motivate us—including understanding the value of procrastination.

Download or read book AARP Still Procrastinating written by Joseph R. Ferrari and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-12-19 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AARP Digital Editions offer you practical tips, proven solutions, and expert guidance. In Still Procrastinating?, Joseph Ferrari will help you find out why you put things off and learn how to conquer procrastination for good. Do you ever say to yourself "What if I make a bad decision?," "What if I fail?," or "I'm better under pressure"? There are all sorts of reasons people procrastinate. What are yours? This book draws on scientific research on procrastination conducted over more than twenty years by the author and his colleagues, to help you learn what stops you from getting things done so that you can find the solutions that will really work. Contrary to conventional wisdom, chronic procrastination is not about poor time management, but about self-sabotaging tendencies that can prevent you from reaching your full potential. This book gives you the knowledge and tools you need to understand and overcome these tendencies so you can start achieving your goals--not next week, next month, or next year, but today! Exposes the hidden causes of procrastination, including fear of failure, fear of success, and thrill-seeking Identifies types of procrastinators and helps determine which type describes you Shares surprising information on how factors such as technology and the time of day affect procrastination Examines specific issues related to putting things off in school and at work Shares more than twenty years of research on the causes and consequences of chronic procrastination Written by a psychologist who is an international expert on the subject of procrastination Are you still procrastinating? This take-charge guide will help you stop making excuses and start transforming your life--right now.

Download or read book Procrastination Health and Well Being written by Fuschia M Sirois and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2016-06-29 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research on procrastination has grown exponentially in recent years. Studies have revealed that procrastination is an issue of self-regulation failure, and specifically misregulation of emotional states—not simply a time management problem as often presumed. This maladaptive coping strategy is a risk factor not only for poor mental health, but also poor physical health and other aspects of well-being. Procrastination, Health, and Well-Being brings together new and established researchers and theorists who make important connections between procrastination and health. The first section of the book provides an overview of current conceptualizations and philosophical issues in understanding how procrastination relates to health and well-being including a critical discussion of the assumptions and rationalizations that are inherent to procrastination. The next section of the book focuses on current theory and research highlighting the issues and implications of procrastination for physical health and health behaviors, while the third section presents current perspectives on the interrelationships between procrastination and psychological well-being. The volume concludes with an overview of potential areas for future research in the growing field of procrastination, health, and well-being. Reviews interdisciplinary research on procrastination Conceptualizes procrastination as an issue of self-regulation and maladaptive coping, not time management Identifies the public and private health implications of procrastination Explores the guilt and shame that often accompany procrastination Discusses temporal views of the stress and chronic health conditions associated with procrastination

Download or read book The Art of Procrastination written by John Perry and published by Workman Publishing. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains the principles of structured procrastination and provides tips and techniques to chronic procrastinators for developing an attitude of acceptance for their accomplishments while enjoying the time they waste.

Download or read book Stop Procrastinating written by Nils Salzgeber and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-13 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you feel like your potential is severely limited due to your procrastination habit? Are you tired of the guilt, stress, and overwhelm that comes with procrastination? Do you want to learn the secret to getting things done quickly and effectively, so that you can increase your success in all areas of life? In this no-fluff and action-oriented book, you'll discover the real reason behind your procrastination (there's only one!) and you'll find potent tools to help you overcome procrastination for good. In Stop Procrastinating You'll Discover... More than 20 science-based strategies designed to help you overcome laziness, free yourself from excessive guilt, and get things done whether you feel like it or not. A simple strategy for programming your unconscious mind to act in any way you like New research explaining differences between procrastinators and non-procrastinators (Hint: procrastination is not your fault.) Why criticizing yourself always leads to more procrastination and what to do instead The 30-second trick to build "instant habits" so you can wake up early, exercise regularly, and get more done without wasting any willpower A quick walkthrough of the new science of willpower: why you need it, easy ways to get more of it, and step-by-step advice on how you'll use it to overcome procrastination Why your granny doesn't procrastinate (the alarming link between technology, distractions, and procrastination... and what you must do to escape this trap) Rarely discussed but highly researched strategies that tackle the root cause of procrastination... allowing you to quickly relieve guilt, feel better about yourself, and as a result get more done Whether you're a failing student, aspiring entrepreneur, stay-at-home mom, or just someone who's constantly struggling for motivation - know that by following the information in Stop Procrastinating, you can overcome procrastination. More importantly, you can finally realize your potential, go after your dreams, and enjoy life without constantly feeling guilty or stressed out. Don't wait. Learn How to Overcome Procrastination by Clicking the "Buy Now" Button at the Top of the Page.

Download or read book Why We Do What We Do written by Edward L. Deci and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1996-08-01 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What motivates us as students, employees, and individuals? If you reward your children for doing their homework, they will usually respond by getting it done. But is this the most effective method of motivation? No, says psychologist Edward L. Deci, who challenges traditional thinking and shows that this method actually works against performance. The best way to motivate people—at school, at work, or at home—is to support their sense of autonomy. Explaining the reasons why a task is important and then allowing as much personal freedom as possible in carrying out the task will stimulate interest and commitment, and is a much more effective approach than the standard system of reward and punishment. We are all inherently interested in the world, argues Deci, so why not nurture that interest in each other? Instead of asking, "How can I motivate people?" we should be asking, "How can I create the conditions within which people will motivate themselves?" "An insightful and provocative meditation on how people can become more genuinely engaged and succesful in pursuing their goals." —Publisher's Weekly

Download or read book The Procrastination Cure 21 Proven Tactics for Conquering Your Inner Procrastinator Mastering Your Time and Boosting Your Productivity written by Damon Zahariades and published by . This book was released on 2017-05-21 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn How To Take Quick Action, Make Fast Decisions, And Get More Done In Less Time! Do you regularly procrastinate? Do you often struggle to get started on important projects? Do you allow tasks to pile up until they make you feel stressed and overwhelmed?If so, there's a simple solution: THE PROCRASTINATION CURE.Imagine looking at your to-do list and immediately tackling, completing, and crossing off tasks. Imagine making quick decisions regarding which projects receive your immediate attention. Imagine finishing your work each day with hours to spare!Amazon bestselling author, Damon Zahariades, provides a start-to-finish blueprint for beating your inner procrastinator. He'll show you, step by step, how to overcome your tendency to put off important chores, projects, and activities, and consistently take action that catapults your productivity.You'll receive more than 21 proven tactics for conquering your impulse to procrastinate. You'll also learn the REASONS you procrastinate, along with actionable advice on how to nip them in the bud.In THE PROCRASTINATION CURE, you'll discover: The 13 most common reasons people postpone taking action Why your to-do list might be encouraging you to procrastinate (and what to do about it) How to create an action-prompting reward system tailored to your personal proclivities 4 easy tips for silencing your inner perfectionist and getting to work Surprising advice from Mark Twain on how to beat procrastination The one decision that'll spur you to take action and complete tasks in record time The power of accountability (and how to find the perfect partner) How to prioritize tasks and projects according to your personal goals A 3-step system for tracking your energy levels, and using the data to maximize your productivity How to use Time Chunking to tackle large, daunting projects One of the most common forms of self-sabotage (and how to avoid it) How to muzzle your inner critic and eliminate negative self-talk A curious strategy novelist Victor Hugo successfully used to tame his inner procrastinator And much, much more! Plus, you'll receive 3 BONUS tactics, each of which will prove instrumental in overcoming your inner procrastinator. There's also a BONUS SECTION that includes detailed answers to common questions asked about how to curb the procrastination habit.THE PROCRASTINATION CURE is for anyone who struggles to take action. Whether you're a student, corporate executive, entrepreneur, or stay-at-home parent, the tactics described in this book can set the stage for a personal transformation.Grab your copy of THE PROCRASTINATION CURE today to finally conquer your inner procrastinator and get to work on tasks and projects you're tempted to put off until later!This how-to guide is written in the great self-help, personal development tradition of Cal Newport, David Allen, and S.J. Scott.Scroll to the top of the page and click the "BUY NOW" button!

Download or read book The Thief of Time written by Chrisoula Andreou and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2010-04-14 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When we fail to achieve our goals, procrastination is often the culprit. But how exactly is procrastination to be understood? It has been described as imprudent, irrational, inconsistent, and even immoral, but there has been no sustained philosophical debate concerning the topic. This edited volume starts in on the task of integrating the problem of procrastination into philosophical inquiry. The focus is on exploring procrastination in relation to agency, rationality, and ethics-topics that philosophy is well-suited to address. Theoretically and empirically informed analyses are developed and applied with the aim of shedding light on a vexing practical problem that generates a great deal of frustration, regret, and harm. Some of the key questions that are addressed include the following: How can we analyze procrastination in a way that does justice to both its voluntary and its self-defeating dimensions? What kind of practical failing is procrastination? Is it a form of weakness of will? Is it the product of fragmented agency? Is it a vice? Given the nature of procrastination, what are the most promising coping strategies?

Download or read book Focal Point written by Brian Tracy and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2001-10-26 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The true secret of high achievers is that they know how to find their "focal point" - the one thing they should do, at any given moment, to get the best possible results in each area of their lives. Bestselling author and motivational speaker Brian Tracy brings together the very best ideas on personal management into a simple, easy-to-use plan. Focal Point helps readers analyze their lives in seven key areas and shows them how to develop focused goals and plans in each. This best-selling guide provides timeless truths that have been discovered by the most effective people throughout the ages, answering questions like: In Focal Point, Tracy provides timeless truths that answers questions such as: How can I get control of my time and my life? How can I achieve maximum career success and still balance my personal life? How can I accelerate the achievement of all my goals? Focal Point shows you how to develop absolute clarity about what they want, and how they can achieve supreme satisfaction, both personally and professionally.

Download or read book Waking Up written by Sam Harris and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-09-09 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the millions of Americans who want spirituality without religion, Sam Harris’s latest New York Times bestseller is a guide to meditation as a rational practice informed by neuroscience and psychology. From Sam Harris, neuroscientist and author of numerous New York Times bestselling books, Waking Up is for the twenty percent of Americans who follow no religion but who suspect that important truths can be found in the experiences of such figures as Jesus, the Buddha, Lao Tzu, Rumi, and the other saints and sages of history. Throughout this book, Harris argues that there is more to understanding reality than science and secular culture generally allow, and that how we pay attention to the present moment largely determines the quality of our lives. Waking Up is part memoir and part exploration of the scientific underpinnings of spirituality. No other book marries contemplative wisdom and modern science in this way, and no author other than Sam Harris—a scientist, philosopher, and famous skeptic—could write it.

Download or read book Procrastination written by Jane B. Burka and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2004-08-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on years of counseling, psychologists Jane B. Burka and Lenora M. Yuen offer a probing, sensitive, and sometimes humorous look at the problem that troubles everyone. Revealing the reasons we put off tasks-fears of failure, success, control, separation, and attachment-the authors outline a practical, tested program to overcome procrastination. Candid and understanding, Procrastination is a must-have today for anyone who puts everything off until tomorrow.

Download or read book The More You Do the Better You Feel written by David Parker and published by . This book was released on 2015-03-04 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The More You Do The Better You Feel: How to Overcome Procrastination and Live a Happier Life Paperback] David Parker (Author) This practical book is loaded with proven ideas to help you overcome procrastination and get more done. -Brian Tracy, Author of the International Bestseller: "Eat That Frog 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time" A well put together informative book that brings awareness to disabling and habitual procrastinating behavior patterns. This is the best self-help book I have read in years -Kenneth Reddan PhD, LCSW Are You A Human Ostrich? Do you stick your head in the sand at the thought of dealing with a task that seems boring, complicated, or unpleasant? Do you pay your bills late because the last time you balanced your checkbook was more than six months ago? While working on a task do you keep thinking you should be dealing with a different task? Is your living space messy and your life unorganized? Do you clean up only when family or friends will be visiting-only to let your place fall back into untidiness after they've gone? After you've cleaned for visitors, do you tell yourself "it doesn't count " because you weren't doing it for yourself? Have you stopped having visitors over because you're ashamed of your mess? Do you worry you'll feel embarrassed if the landlord, a plumber, or a repairperson needed to visit your place? Do you constantly compare yourself to people who seem to "have it together?" Does your habitual procrastination leave you feeling depressed and anxious? Do you know the 25 characteristics and behaviors of the human ostrich? Are you concerned that your child or someone you care deeply about is becoming a habitual procrastinator? The Solution To Your Habitual Procrastination Is Here Learn the golden rules of overcoming procrastination. Stop falling victim to the downward cycle of procrastination and depression. Stop feeling overwhelmed and immobilized with fear by learning how to effectively cope with your tasks and responsibilities. Become a "do"-er by learning easy to use and highly effective new tool - The J.O.T. Method . About the Author: David Parker suffered for years with depression and anxiety. During a particularly low point he recalled a friend's advice and started keeping a feeling's diary. As time passed, he saw a connection between the tasks that he avoided facing and his poor feelings and low self-esteem. Armed with this insight, David taught himself to face his tasks and the overwhelming feelings they brought by learning to focus on "Just One Task," which he incorporated into "The J.O.T. Method . ? David Parker has lived in London, San Francisco, and Brooklyn, New York. This book was previously published as: "How Many Procrastinators Does It Take to Change a Light Bulb: Take Control of Your Life and Defeat Immobilizing Depression " Unfortunately, some consumers found that title to be a bit too lighthearted and they questioned whether the book was serious. Its new title, "The More You Do The Better You Feel: How to Overcome Procrastination and Live a Happier Life," better reflects its serious nature. To find out more about this book and author, please visit our website at: www.DavidParkerAuthor.com. Paperback: 248 pages Publisher: Darwin Bay Publishing (March 4th, 2015) Language: English ISBN-13: 978-1-935880-01-1 Product Dimensions: 6 x 9 x 0.5 inches Shipping Weight: 16 ounces"

Download or read book The Procrastinator s Digest written by Timothy A. Pychyl and published by . This book was released on 2010-06-26 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Summary of Timothy A Pychyl s Solving the Procrastination Puzzle written by Everest Media, and published by Everest Media LLC. This book was released on 2022-03-27T22:59:00Z with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 Procrastination is the voluntary delay of an intended action despite the knowledge that this delay may harm the individual in terms of the task performance or even just how they feel about the task or themselves. #2 We need to make conscious effort to change our habits. We need to make decisions to act in a different way, counter to our habitual response. We can use these decisions to reduce the effects of potential distractions and cope more effectively with setbacks and disappointments as we work toward changing our behavior. #3 To begin to change your habits, you must first identify which delays are voluntary and which are not. Those are the delays you want to tackle. Knowing this distinction is a good place to start.

Download or read book How to Analyze People written by Jason Browne and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-06-06 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you concerned that someone you care deeply about is becoming a habitual procrastinator? Why do we obstruct our own best intentions? When it comes to procrastination you have all faced that challenge at one point in your life. Delaying and avoiding that task, you know you should have been done yesterday. You become paralyzed because you develop a habit of putting things off. Beating procrastination can be difficult when you don't understand the psychology of motivation. Chronically avoiding tasks and deliberately looking for distractions maybe due to not thoroughly understanding the way your mind works. From the How to Analyze People Series, How to Analyze People: The Procrastination Puzzle, you will get a deeper understanding of procrastination. Discover the The link between motivation and environment What is destroying your will power? The social media trap Why getting started isn't the whole situation Different procrastinators Become laser focused Why it starts with the mind If you're struggling with procrastination, you are damaging you're chances of success in any area of your life. This bad habit if not dealt with and eliminated from your life will snatch away your dreams and goals. Stop falling victim to doing things last minute, stop being caught in the cycle of procrastination and self-destructive ideas. If you want to understand why you procrastinate then scroll up and 'Click the add to cart button'

Download or read book Cure the Procrastination Puzzle with the Power of Habits written by Werner Brendon Marcus and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-29 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: