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By Timothy A. Pychyl, Ph.D. on April 14, 2009 - 7:04am in Don't Delay

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A study published this month demonstrated that a 4-week program increased emotion identification and management. Our most recent research revealed a strong negative relation between emotional intelligence and procrastination. This may be a new avenue for procrastination intervention.


Implications and concluding thoughtsI believe that procrastination, the needless and irrational delay of an intended action, is primarily a result of poor emotional regulation abilities. This relation is reflected in Eric's data. The most recent study summarized above is very promising in terms of a technique that might help to reduce procrastination. To the extent that we can raise an individual's EI, we may also help him or her reduce procrastination. Of course, this all awaits further research, which Eric is well prepared to conduct. In the meantime, I would focus on EI intervention as a good place to start if procrastination is a problem in your own life. A good counseling relationship can enhance our emotional intelligence and our ability to deal effectively with our emotional lives, particularly our ability to regulate emotions so that we don't give in to feel good for short-term gain and long-term pain.

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This posting was made my Jim Jacobs, President & CEO of Jacobs Executive Advisors. Jim also serves as Leader of Jacobs Advisors' Insurance Practice.