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Psychological Triggers Behind Procrastination

Dopamine and Distraction: A Hidden Link to Procrastination

Ever found yourself endlessly scrolling through social media or binge-watching shows when you have pressing tasks at hand? It’s not merely a lack of willpower—dopamine, a key neurotransmitter in your brain, plays a significant role. In our digitally saturated world, distractions are omnipresent. But there’s a deeper neurological reason behind our inclination to delay tasks Read More

How Fear of Failure Fuels Procrastination
Fiona Blake April 30, 2025

You sit down to work on something important, but instead, you scroll through your phone, tidy your desk, or binge another episode. Sound familiar? If you’ve blamed yourself for laziness, you might miss a deeper cause: fear. Fear of failure is one of the most overlooked drivers of procrastination. It’s not that you don’t care—you Read More

The Science of Avoidance: What Drives Chronic Procrastination
Oliver Grant April 24, 2025

We’ve all been there—staring at the task list, knowing what needs to be done, yet doing everything else instead. Whether it’s cleaning out the fridge, scrolling endlessly, or diving into a YouTube rabbit hole, procrastination creeps in. But have you ever asked yourself why? This isn’t just about laziness or poor time management. At the Read More

Why Your Brain Chooses Delay Over Action
Oliver Grant April 18, 2025

Why is it so easy to delay what matters most? From putting off that work presentation to skipping a gym session, procrastination strikes us all. Even when deadlines loom and motivation is high, our brains can still favour comfort over productivity. The reasons for this go deeper than laziness or poor time management. This article Read More