we end up in crisis after crisis trying to get things done at the last minute. And this behavior is reinforced: when we pull off getting something done at the last minute, our brains release a ton of dopamine, which tells our brains, “That felt good. Do it again.” To break out of this cycle, it’s crucial to add extrinsic rewards that are immediate (or exciting!) enough that they’re actually, you know, motivating. Like, eating cookies while you work.
