Law 7 And 8
7. The Two-Minute Rule
Start small to overcome inertia. The “two-minute rule” states that any habit should initially take two minutes or less. For example, instead of committing to a 30-minute workout, start by putting on your running shoes. Small starts build momentum, often leading to completing the full task naturally
8. The Plateau of Latent Potential
Progress is often invisible initially, leading to frustration and quitting. Clear calls this the “Valley of Disappointment,” where you put in effort without seeing immediate results. However, consistent effort compounds over time. Trust yourself
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Two ways to apply the two-minute rule
- Completing quick tasks. Often, the little tasks like needing to book a doctor's appointment or sending an email can fill our minds and haunt us. The longer we put something off, the harder it seems to do.
- Starting a big task. We often avoid ambitio...
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