Procrastination LLS

What is the central argument of the article about procrastination?

• It is primarily a time-management problem

• It is mainly caused by laziness

• It is an emotion-management problem

• It is caused by a lack of motivation

According to Tim Pychyl, what is procrastination?

• A rational decision-making process

• A voluntary delay of an intended act despite knowing it may harm us

• A sign of poor time management

• An unavoidable part of modern life

What emotional coping strategy is linked to procrastination?

• Stress management

• Positive reinforcement

• Emotion-focused coping to avoid negative feelings

• Distraction through multitasking

Which of the following best describes 'giving in to feel good'?

• Seeking short-term pleasure at the expense of long-term goals

• Planning tasks to maximize productivity

• Managing time efficiently to complete tasks

• Focusing on long-term satisfaction

What is the relationship between self-compassion and procrastination?

• High self-compassion increases procrastination

• Low self-compassion is associated with higher procrastination

• Self-compassion has no effect on procrastination

• High self-compassion decreases procrastination

What role does rumination play in procrastination?

• It helps in planning tasks effectively

• It reduces the likelihood of procrastination

• It exacerbates procrastination by increasing negative thoughts

• It has no impact on procrastination

Which mental skill does Pychyl suggest cultivating to reduce procrastination?

• Willpower

• Multitasking

• Mindfulness

• Speed reading

What is a key benefit of mindfulness meditation in combating procrastination?

• It increases multitasking ability

• It reduces activity in the amygdala, which controls stress response

• It enhances time management skills

• It eliminates the need for planning

Which method does Pychyl recommend for breaking down large tasks?

• Working on multiple tasks at once

• Focusing on actions rather than projects

• Prioritizing the hardest tasks first

• Delaying tasks until motivated

How does the article suggest one should handle the 'monkey mind'?

• By ignoring distractions completely

• By giving it a simple task to focus on

• By suppressing all thoughts

• By engaging in complex planning