Quote by Marcelene Cox

When a man does a household job, he goes through three periods: contemplating how it will be done; contemplating when it will be done; and contemplating.

When a man does a household job, he goes through three perio

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the procrastination tendencies often observed in men when it comes to household tasks. It suggests that instead of taking immediate action, men tend to spend time contemplating how and when to complete the job. The quote cleverly implies that sometimes too much thinking and dreaming about a task can lead to delay or inaction, emphasizing the need for more practical action-oriented approaches.

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Procrastination

By Marcelene Cox

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