Virtuous Procrastination: When ‘Doing Good’ Becomes an Avoidance Tactic

Influential Introvert: Communication Coaching for Professionals with Performance Anxiety

Are you procrastinating more than you think you are? In this episode, I’m talking about virtuous procrastination – the act of avoiding discomfort, uncertainty, or purposeful risk by busying yourself with work that appears responsible, generous, and good. Volunteering. Overcommitting. Over-preparing. It looks admirable, but sometimes it’s just a sneaky distraction from what’s most important to you.

Read the article.

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I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My work is about helping people like you share your voice, strengthen your relationships, and have more fun.
As an American expat living in the U.K., I value curiosity, courage, and joy. A few things I love: wandering European streets in search of the best vegetarian meal, practicing Italian, and helping my clients design lives that feel rich and meaningful.
If you're ready to stop procrastinating so you can live the life you truly want – let’s talk.

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1. Virtuous procrastination (00:00:00)

2. When virtue becomes an avoidance tactic (00:02:21)

3. Other flavors of avoidance (00:04:49)

4. How to shift out of virtuous procrastination (00:05:54)

5. Reconnect with what matters most (00:06:58)

6. I want to talk to you (00:08:03)