Understanding Procrastination

The video explores the speaker's personal experiences with procrastination, particularly during his university thesis. It introduces the concept of the 'Instant Gratification Monkey' and the 'Panic Monster' as metaphors for understanding procrastination. The speaker discusses the 'Dark Playground' where procrastinators waste time and the challenges of long-term procrastination without deadlines. The video concludes with a call to action to recognize and address procrastination in our lives.

What was the speaker's major in university?

• Literature

• Psychology

• Government

• Engineering

How many pages did the speaker write in 32 hours for his thesis?

• 90 pages

• 60 pages

• 70 pages

• 80 pages

What additional character does the procrastinator's brain have?

• The Rational Thinker

• The Panic Monster

• The Instant Gratification Monkey

• The Logical Planner

What does the Instant Gratification Monkey prefer?

• Doing easy and fun activities

• Planning for the future

• Reflecting on past achievements

• Working on important tasks

What event caused the Panic Monster to wake up for the speaker?

• A family emergency

• A TED talk invitation

• A final exam

• A job interview

What is the role of the Panic Monster in procrastination?

• To avoid all tasks

• To wake up when deadlines are near

• To help with long-term planning

• To encourage relaxation

What are the two types of procrastination mentioned?

• Daily and weekly

• Work-related and personal

• Morning and evening

• Short-term and long-term

Why is long-term procrastination more problematic?

• It is easier to manage

• It has no deadlines

• It involves simple tasks

• It is less stressful

What does the Life Calendar represent?

• A weekly schedule

• A daily planner

• A monthly goal tracker

• A visual of weeks in a 90-year life

What should we be aware of to manage procrastination better?

• The Instant Gratification Monkey

• The Panic Monster

• The Rational Thinker

• The Logical Planner