The study looked at how being too hard on yourself and putting things off are connected for college students. They found that guys tend to set unrealistically high standards, while girls tend to hesitate more. Students studying liberal arts are more cautious and plan things out more than science students. Overall, being a perfectionist doesn't always mean you procrastinate, but being afraid to fail and hesitating can lead to procrastination. On the other hand, being overly cautious and planning too much can actually help you avoid procrastinating. So, fear of failure and hesitation make you procrastinate, while being too careful and planning ahead can prevent it.