# 180 Summary of Procrastination: Why you do it, What to do about it Now by Burka and Yuan

25/04/2025 16 min

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Episode Synopsis

In today;s episode we review book "Procrastination" by Burka and Yuen, asserting that procrastination is rooted in fear, not laziness. The authors explore various fears that fuel delay, such as fear of failure, success, separation, lack of control, and perfectionism. The video explains the procrastination cycle of high expectations, anxiety, avoidance, guilt, and eroded self-confidence. It offers tools like self-compassion, the unschedule, positive self-talk, and the importance of starting, emphasizing that separating self-worth from performance is key to overcoming procrastination and fostering a life of action.https://a.co/d/2B1TbrX

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