Chapter 3 Flashcards
Because I’m Afraid I’ll Fail
What is the main emotion that causes procrastination?
Fear of Failure.
Do emotions usually occur alone or together?
Emotions often occur together.
Which emotions are often combined with fear?
Anger, sadness, and regret.
Why is it hard to overcome procrastination?
Because multiple negative emotions make it harder to stay motivated.
How do frustration, sadness, and fear affect motivation?
These emotions can actually push someone to change and improve.
What is a common experience regarding emotions?
It’s normal to have conflicting emotions.
How can emotions interact with each other?
Emotions can cancel each other out.
What does happiness motivate a person to do?
Happiness encourages a person to seek more of what brings joy.
What effect does sadness have on behavior?
Sadness motivates a person to avoid things that trigger it.
Can you feel happy and sad at the same time?
No, because happiness and sadness can cancel each other out.
What does fear do to joy?
Fear can reduce or eliminate the pleasure derived from joy.
How can you change fear to benefit you?
By transforming fear of failure into fear of regret.
What have economists discovered about feelings of loss and gain?
People feel sadder after losing something than they feel happy after gaining something of equal value.
How does losing a job compare to getting a new job?
The sadness from losing a job is often stronger than the happiness from acquiring a similar new job
What influences human behavior more: emotions or mathematical analysis?
Emotions generally prevail over mathematically based analyses.
What should you focus on to get moving?
Focus on the fear of regret if you don’t take action rather than the fear of failure if you do.
How does viewing outcomes in terms of loss help you?
It provides extra motivation by emphasizing what you could lose instead of what you might gain.
What is procrastination primarily?
Procrastination is an avoidance behavior triggered by fear.
How do avoidance-triggering emotions affect motivation?
Emotions like fear can erode motivation or willpower.
Does replacing an unpleasant task with a fun one guarantee relaxation?
No, it can make things worse because reminders of the task can still cause stress
Why might watching TV while avoiding a task not help you relax?
The environment reminds you of the stressful task, making it hard to enjoy the show.
What can happen when you put off working on an important report?
You may feel guilty and stressed, making it difficult to relax or enjoy other activities.
How can avoidance affect your stress levels subconsciously?
Even subconsciously, avoidance can keep you in a state of stress and anxiety
What emotional factors contribute to procrastination?
Low self-esteem and self-blame are associated with procrastinatory thoughts
What is fear primarily associated with?
Fear is the emotion related to future events.
What emotions can you feel about a past event instead of fear?
You can feel anger, sadness, or disgust, but not fear.
What should you do to manage a project effectively?
Gather as much information as possible about the project details and potential obstacles.
What happens when you understand potential obstacles ahead of time?
You can better manage your time and reduce anxiety when interruptions occur
How can planning help with project setbacks?
Planning helps you anticipate setbacks, which can lessen your anxiety when they happen.
What is an example of an unhelpful belief mentioned?
Complaining gets you nowhere.
Why do people hold onto outdated beliefs?
To avoid emotions that cause pain or discomfort.
Where might the belief about complaining stem from?
It may have roots in early childhood experiences, like a negative reaction from a parent when complaining.
