1-minute reflection cuts procrastination

A simple 1-minute reflection can help reduce procrastination.

Why it matters

  • Procrastination is a common issue affecting productivity and mental health.
  • A quick intervention could have significant benefits.
  • Improves motivation and task initiation.

By the numbers

  • Study involved more than 1,000 adults.
  • Intervention involved answering seven questions.

The big picture

  • Brief reflection can have immediate benefits.
  • Potential for widespread applicability in personal and professional settings.

What they're saying

  • Commenters highlight the irony of procrastinators engaging with the study.
  • Correction: seven questions, not six.

Caveats

  • Study relies on self-reported data.
  • Effects may vary among individuals.

What’s next

  • Further research on long-term effects.
  • Exploration of applicability in different contexts.