Have you ever wondered why you just can’t seem to get started on certain tasks? Well, it turns out there’s a scientific explanation to most people’s constant struggle with procrastination. According to AsapSCIENCE, humans categorize rewards using a method called temporal discounting, or the devaluing of rewards based on their distance from the present, which is why the instant gratification of surfing the web takes precedence over a more grueling task. Watch the video below to understand why we procrastinate and how to beat it.
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