To some extent, we are all guilty of procrastination.

We'd rather watch TV or talk with our friends than tackle a daunting task that we've been putting off for a while.

Many people believe that procrastination is caused by laziness or incompetence, but this couldn't be further from the truth.

Instead, procrastination has its origins in our biology.

How our brains are wired has a lot to do with why we procrastinate.

Procrastination results from a constant battle between our brain's limbic system and the prefrontal cortex.

Often when we procrastinate, our limbic system wins over our prefrontal cortex. After all, our limbic system is much older and stronger than our prefrontal cortex.

Other times it could be a result of how our brains have been wired over the years.

For example, we procrastinate because it gives us happiness at the moment instead of achieving a big dopamine rush once we complete the task.

Also, the thrill of adrenaline we get from having to complete a task at the last minute becomes addictive over time.

While there are several methods for overcoming procrastination, such as retraining, mental strength building, and self-help techniques, don't be too hard on yourself if you procrastinate occasionally. You now realize that it is entirely natural and rooted in our biology.

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