Everyone procrastinates(拖延). “It's part of the human condition, ”says procrastination researche

Everyone procrastinates(拖延). “It's part of the human condition, ”says procrastination researcher Tim Pychyl. “We want to feel good now. The way to do that is avoid the task.” He admits that in the short term, procrastination is powerfully rewarding. The present self-benefits, of course, but not the future self.
His research has shown that people can procrastinate on nearly anything, even enjoyable tasks such as planning a vacation. Some people procrastinate cleaning. Some people procrastinate by cleaning. The top tasks people delay are advancing their careers, taking care of their health, and planning their finances.
One big factor for them is fear of failure, of not living up to expectations. Kelli Saginak, a 57-year-old health coach from Wisconsin, procrastinated about looking for a new job for years. That inability to take action only confirmed her belief that she would never do any better. “It's totally fear of judgment,” says Saginak. “If I don't take the risk, I don't have to face the judgment. Yet it's simply me judging myself.”
Some people embrace procrastination, insisting that the white-hot pressure of a last-minute completion makes his or her work better. But researchers have proved it wrong. “I did an experiment, putting procrastinators under restrictions of time. They did worse than non-procrastinators, but they thought they did better.” says Joseph Ferrari, a psychology professor. “Non- Procrastinators focus on the task that needs to be done. They have a stronger personal identity and are less concerned about what psychologists call social esteem's how others like us.”
Procrastination is usually not going to be good for you. Just thinking about what you haven't done may cause discomfort. So if you have been procrastinating on starting an exercise routine, just put on your walking shoes. If you've been putting off a work project, reread your boss's notes about it.
8. According to Tim Pychyl, people procrastinate because        .
A. it simplifies the tasks B. it offers temporary relief
C. it allows more time for planning D. it benefits one's self development
9. What did Kelli Saginak mean by “Yet it's simply me judging myself”?
A. She has false expectations. B. She makes quick judgement.
C. She regrets taking no action. D. She values her present career.
10. What does Joseph Ferrari's experiment show?
A. Procrastinators usually lack confidence.
B. Procrastinators turn pressure into motivation.
C. Non-procrastinators care much about others 'feelings.
D. Non-procrastinators perform better within a time limit.
11. What is the author's attitude towards procrastination?
A. Favorable. B. Reserved. C. Opposed. D. Objective.
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