Are Depression And Procrastination Connected?
😃 Mental health and productivity, two cornerstones of a balanced life, often play tug of war. When one falters, the other seems to stumble too. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), the heavyweight champion in the ring of mental disorders, affects a huge chunk of the population. Estimates tell us it’s touched as many as 13.5-21.2% of us at some point in our lives. More so, around 5% of us are wrestling with it right now. [1] Meanwhile, on the other side of the spectrum, procrastination is emerging as a surprisingly common adversary. A study from a few years back, conducted in Germany, dropped some knowledge that resonates universally: Procrastination is not just the thief of time. It’s a silent enemy of peace, leading to higher stress levels, fatigue, and less satisfaction in life, especially when it comes to work and income. What’s more, it even shows ties with symptoms of depression and anxiety. [2] This raises an intriguing question: Is there a connection between depression and pro...
