Ever stare at a task you know you need to do, but your brain just... won't? That crushing feeling of being stuck before you even start has a name: task initiation paralysis. You've probably heard the famous advice: "Just do it for two minutes!" But what if that famous 2-Minute Rule is actually making your procrastination worse? Welcome to the definitive takedown—and rebuilding—of the world's most popular productivity hack. We're exploring the two very different versions of the rule from habit gurus James Clear and David Allen, and exposing the hidden dangers of applying it incorrectly, like constant task switching and a false sense of progress. This episode is your toolkit for breaking through that mental wall, especially if you struggle with ADHD or executive dysfunction. We're diving into brain-changing alternative strategies that actually work: the power of breaking tasks into absurdly small micro-steps, the science behind body doubling, and how a simple "system reset" can conquer cognitive friction and finally get you moving. Stop fighting your brain and start working with it. Ready to finally break the cycle of getting stuck? Hit play, and if this unlocks something for you, share it with a friend who's stuck on the starting line. Don't forget to follow and leave a 5-star review to help us defeat procrastination together!

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Is your teen struggling with ADHD paralysis? Learn what it means, why it happens, and how to offer support through structure and compassion

Jessi · Gum · Song · 2023

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