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March 20, 2025 · 5 min read · habits motivations behavior
The Psychology of Procrastination: What Research Reveals About Why We DelayProcrastination isn’t just about poor time management — it’s linked to personality traits, emotional patterns, and self-perception. A comprehensive study by Wendelien Van Eerde reveals the deeper causes of procrastination and how it impacts productivity.
March 18, 2025 · 4 min read · habits motivations behavior
Why Unfinished Tasks Stick in Your Mind: Insights from the Zeigarnik EffectThe Zeigarnik Effect explains why unfinished tasks linger in your mind and create mental tension. Learn how to harness it to study more effectively, boost productivity, and beat procrastination.
zeigarnik-effect productivity-tips task-management mindful-productivity focus-and-concentration stress-reductionOctober 30, 2024 · 8 min read · habits motivations behavior
Procrastinating? Try the 5-Minute RuleProcrastination slowing you down? The 5-Minute Rule is a simple yet powerful strategy to overcome resistance and start tasks, no matter how daunting they seem. By committing to just five minutes, you can break the cycle of delay, build momentum, and achieve more than you thought possible. Dive in and see how this approach can transform your productivity.
October 16, 2024 · 7 min read · habits motivations behavior
How the Pomodoro Technique Beats ProcrastinationProcrastination has a sneaky way of taking over. You sit down to work, and before you know it, you’ve wasted an hour, doom scrolling through Instagram or TikTok. So, how do you beat it? Try Pomodoro timer: It’s simple, work for 25 minutes, take a 5-minute break, and repeat. Studies show that working in short bursts keeps your mind focused and helps you stay productive.