Every year, David promises himself to file his taxes as soon as possible. But, inevitably, he waits until the last minute. David's behavior is an example of:

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David's behavior of promising to file taxes early but waiting until the last minute is an indication of relapse error, which is the failure to sustain a desired behavior change in the face of competing demands or temptations. It can also be considered as a self-control failure, where David's present desires (e.g., procrastination) override his long-term goals or plans (e.g., filing taxes early).

Every Year, David Promises Himself to File His Taxes as Soon