Understanding Procrastination: A Deep Dive V1

What was the length of the thesis the speaker wrote in college?

• 70 pages

• 80 pages

• 90 pages

• 100 pages

How did the speaker complete his senior thesis?

• With a team

• In one week

• In three days

• Over several months

What does the 'Instant Gratification Monkey' prioritize?

• Career development

• Instant pleasure

• Long-term goals

• Strategic planning

What is the main conflict in a procrastinator's brain?

• Between leisure and work

• Between the Monkey and Panic Monster

• Between the Rational Decision-Maker and Instant Gratification Monkey

• Between long-term and short-term goals

What does the speaker use to illustrate procrastination in the brain?

• A photograph

• A drawing

• An MRI scan

• A chart

What triggers the 'Panic Monster' in a procrastinator's brain?

• Long-term planning

• Approaching deadlines

• Leisure activities

• Career success

What is the 'Dark Playground'?

• A place for strategic thinking

• A productive work environment

• A physical playground

• A place for guilt-ridden, unproductive activities

What role does the 'Panic Monster' play for procrastinators?

• It creates a peaceful mind

• It encourages leisure activities

• It scares the Instant Gratification Monkey

• It helps manage time effectively

What type of procrastination is associated with no deadlines?

• Short-term

• Deadline-based

• Long-term

• All of the above

What can long-term procrastination lead to?

• Short-term stress

• Career success

• Immediate satisfaction

• Long-term unhappiness and regrets