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Role of the self-worth theory in overcoming procrastination
Role of the self-worth theory in overcoming procrastination
5 minutes
Key Takeaways
Procrastination, a common behavior, is often seen as a bad habit, but it has deeper motivational roots.
Procrastination is not a sign of weakness or a flaw; it is predictable and can be understood by studying the dynamics of motivation and the circumstances in which it arises.
In highly selective and competitive environments, procrastination can be prevalent due to the fear of failure and the need to protect one’s self-worth and identity.
To overcome procrastination, we need to develop awareness of our motivations and emotions, understanding the self-worth theory and identifying our approach and avoidance motivations.
Tipping the balance away from avoidance motives and focusing on the reasons why we want to achieve a task can help us overcome procrastination.
We should challenge the flawed equation that equates our performance with our self-worth; our worth is not solely determined by achievements but also by our human qualities.
Our choices should reflect our hopes and aspirations, not our fears, enabling us to overcome procrastination and achieve our goals.
Source
Tedx Talks (2017). Self Worth Theory: The Key to Understanding & Overcoming Procrastination | Nic Voge | TEDxPrincetonU. YouTube. https://youtu.be/52lZmIafep4
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Dominic (Nic) Voge