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Why we avoid tasks that feel overwhelming

I scheduled time to work on my taxes three weekends in a row and each time I found something more pressing to do like rearranging my bookshelf.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Complex tasks trigger avoidance because the mind cannot clearly see the path from beginning to completion.

Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Why we procrastinate — the complete picture?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.