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I don't have a cite, but I've read an article (a book? The Now Habit?) which claimed that procrastination is driven by the belief that getting things done is a reflection on your value as a person.
And why is akrasia a common problem among LessWrongians rather than, say, high-energy impulsiveness?
I imagine akrasia is a more natural fit for a tendency to overthink things.