Chapter
The Mental Cost of Avoiding Action
31:02 - 35:00 (03:57)
Anxiety cost is the mental effort taken up by considering something not yet done, which could have been resolved by simply doing it. It is necessary to confront the discomfort of potential failure to diminish the anxiety cost of avoiding action.
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The anxiety cost is the mental effort we take up considering the things we are yet to do.
31:02 - 33:48 (02:45)
Summary
The anxiety cost is the mental effort we take up considering the things we are yet to do. It suggests the need to get rid of the anxiety by taking action, especially when faced with reversible options.
ChapterThe Mental Cost of Avoiding Action
Episode#531 - Russ Roberts - An Economist’s Guide To Life’s Big Decisions
PodcastModern Wisdom
Procrastination can often justify itself pretending it's just gathering more information, or waiting for the perfect moment, but it's actually driven by a desire to avoid uncomfortable feelings.
33:48 - 35:00 (01:11)
Summary
Procrastination can often justify itself pretending it's just gathering more information, or waiting for the perfect moment, but it's actually driven by a desire to avoid uncomfortable feelings. Instead, taking short term pain and completing the task at hand can actually create lasting pleasure in the future.