We have got so much on our plate that it sometimes becomes overwhelming and hard to avoid procrastination. What I have noticed is we mostly procrastinate when the task at hand requires a high amount of energy and time. so what do we do? we break the task into what can be done in 5 mins. say writing the ideas for your next article.

Research shows the anxiety you face at the thought of a big presentation is exactly the same as when a spider tries to take a shower with you. 😨

Now, The idea behind the 5- min rule is to promise your brain to work on small but a specific part of a task for only 5 mins, put a timer, and start working, with the idea that you can quit after 5 mins if you like.

5min rule reduces the fear and anxiety associated with the task which is why you procrastinate in the first place.

Ok, let me ask you a question. what sounds more doable writing a few ideas and preparing the outline of how your article will look like or writing a whole essay of 1800 + words in one go? you got the idea.

The good part is after 5 mins, you will probably end up doing the whole thing. and once you cross the barrier and catch the momentum there’s no looking back.

We have got so much on our plate that it sometimes becomes overwhelming and hard to avoid procrastination. What I have noticed is we mostly procrastinate when the task at hand requires a high amount of energy and time. so what do we do? we break the task into what can be done in 5 mins. say writing the ideas for your next article.

Research shows the anxiety you face at the thought of a big presentation is exactly the same as when a spider tries to take a shower with you. 😨

Now, The idea behind the 5- min rule is to promise your brain to work on small but a specific part of a task for only 5 mins, put a timer, and start working, with the idea that you can quit after 5 mins if you like.

5min rule reduces the fear and anxiety associated with the task which is why you procrastinate in the first place.

Ok, let me ask you a question. what sounds more doable writing a few ideas and preparing the outline of how your article will look like or writing a whole essay of 1800 + words in one go? you got the idea.

The good part is after 5 mins, you will probably end up doing the whole thing. and once you cross the barrier and catch the momentum there’s no looking back.