Deadline Quote by Stephen Schwartz
“I find a lot of things to do before I do eventually get to work. I have a built-in horror of missing a deadline and letting everybody down, but I can procrastinate by doing puzzles and reading articles on the Internet and finding ways to delay actually going to work.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Stephen Schwartz, 2021
He admits procrastination stems from fear of failure, leading him to distract with puzzles and reading.
In simple terms: Fear of missing deadlines drives procrastination.
Key Takeaway
Address underlying anxiety to improve focus.
Themes
productivity
anxiety
procrastination
Mood
concerned
motivated
Type
self‑help
behavioral
When to use this quote
- work tasks
- deadline planning
- mindfulness exercises
- structured breaks
Key Concepts
psychology
time management
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your procrastination?
- How can you replace distractions with productive habits?
A Different Perspective
May not apply to all procrastination causes.
