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How Self-Compassion Ends Procrastination

Surprisingly, beating procrastination isn’t about being harder on ourselves. Sirois found that self-critical thoughts fuel avoidance behavior. Self-compassion—acknowledging our struggles without judgment—shifts our mindset, making it easier to face challenges instead of avoiding them.

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Procrastination and self-compassion expert

Fuschia Sirois, a psychology professor and author known for her research on procrastination and self-compassion, has published extensively on how emotional regulation and kindness toward oneself can reduce procrastination. Her work highlights how self-compassionate practices empower people to shift away from self-defeating procrastination cycles.

Based on How Self-Compassion Can Help Procrastination | Fuschia Sirois, summarised and reframed by Insights.

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