Rule #1 by Getting Things Done.
If it takes two minutes to do, get it done right now
Instead of writing a to-do list, or probably forgetting about it or having it come back later which takes more than 2 minutes, do it when you notice it.
These little things start to add up so this rule biases the brain towards taking action and away from procrastination.
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2-minute is all you need to build up your minset to create a positive attitude towards the situations and we all know how worst the situations could get. Imagine you are late for work and you want to hurry but all you see is a total mess. To avoid those situtions, " 2 minute " is must tho we have technology for everything.
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