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“We procrastinate about things that make us feel uncomfortable.” quote by Barbara Oakley
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““We procrastinate about things that make us feel uncomfortable.””

Barbara Oakley

About This Quote

Source Talk: Learning How to Learn, 2014

People avoid tasks that cause discomfort, leading to procrastination and delayed progress

In simple terms: We delay uncomfortable tasks

Key Takeaway

Procrastination stems from discomfort;face it directly

Themes

productivity psychology comfort zone

Mood

anxious encouraging

Type

educational practical

When to use this quote

  • Studying
  • exercise
  • public speaking
  • financial planning

Key Concepts

Behavioral economics cognitive bias time management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What uncomfortable task can you start now?
  • How does discomfort affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective

Avoidance can cause anxiety and missed opportunities

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