The 2-Minute Rule to Crush Procrastination
We often struggle with large projects, but procrastination usually stems from the resistance we feel just before we *start* a task. Here is a powerful hack for instant momentum:
**The Core 2-Minute Rule:**
If a task can be completed in two minutes or less, do it immediately. Do not put it on a to-do list. This keeps small clutter—like sending a quick reply, tidying a spot, or putting away laundry—from building up into overwhelming mental burden.
**Applying It to Big Goals:**
Use the rule as a starting mechanism. For massive tasks, your only goal for the first two minutes is to initiate action.
* Need to write a research paper? Spend 120 seconds opening the file and drafting the outline’s first point.
* Need to go to the gym? Spend 120 seconds just putting on your workout clothes.
This tiny step breaks the inertia. Once the momentum starts, it’s much easier to continue for 10 or 30 minutes. Focus on initiation, not completion.
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