How to Stop Procrastinating by Using the Two-Minute Rule
Chapter-level explanation in simple terms
🎯 Core Thesis
Overcome procrastination by starting new habits with incredibly small, two-minute actions, making it easier to begin and build momentum.
💡 Think of it Like...
"Think of starting a new exercise routine like leveling up in a video game; instead of trying to beat the final boss right away, focus on completing the first, easiest quest (like putting on your workout shoes) to gain experience and motivation to tackle the next level."
👶 Explain Like I'm 12
Imagine you want to learn to play the guitar, but it seems hard, instead of trying to play a whole song right away, just promise yourself to pick up the guitar and hold it for two minutes each day; this makes starting super easy, and once you've held it, you might feel like strumming a chord or two and before you know it, you're actually learning to play, the two minutes gets you going without feeling overwhelmed.
⭐ Why It Matters
By making the initial step ridiculously easy, you bypass the mental resistance to starting something new or difficult; this helps you build consistent habits, achieve your goals, and stop putting things off, because the hardest part – getting started – becomes almost effortless.