Quote by Denis Waitley

Procrastination is the fear of success. People procrastinate because they are afraid of the success that they know will result if they move ahead now. Because success is heavy, carries a responsibility with it, it is much easier to procrastinate and live on the 'someday I'll' philosophy.

Procrastination is the fear of success. People procrastinate

Summary

This quote suggests that procrastination is often rooted in a fear of success. People may delay taking action because they are afraid of the potential positive outcomes that could arise if they were to move forward immediately. The quote implies that success can be overwhelming, as it brings with it added responsibilities. Therefore, it is tempting to put off pursuing goals and live in the belief that someday in the future everything will fall into place.

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Procrastination

By Denis Waitley

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