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A journey into the minds and lives of individuals who have dared to follow their curiosities, no matter where they lead. From groundbreaking innovators to everyday dreamers, guests share unique stories of exploration, discovery, and the transformative experiences that come from asking ’Why?’
067 - Solo Ep: Why Can't We Get Ourselves Do What We Want To Do?
Chasing Curiosity
11 minutes 50 seconds
1 year ago
067 - Solo Ep: Why Can't We Get Ourselves Do What We Want To Do?
This video explores why we procrastinate and how our emotional states influence our decision-making. I look at a study on decision-making during sexual arousal and another on procrastination, deadlines, and performance to help determine why we make the decisions that we do. Then I give some practical tips to overcome procrastination through pre-commitment and involving others in setting deadlines.
Timestamps
00:00 Understanding Procrastination
00:38 Hot vs. Cold Emotions
01:36 The Heat of the Moment Study
04:05 Linking Emotions to Procrastination
05:03 Procrastination, Deadlines, and Performance
06:43 Strategies to Overcome Procrastination
09:14 The Role of Coaching
Chasing Curiosity
A journey into the minds and lives of individuals who have dared to follow their curiosities, no matter where they lead. From groundbreaking innovators to everyday dreamers, guests share unique stories of exploration, discovery, and the transformative experiences that come from asking ’Why?’
