Use the tenminute rule to start daunting tasks from "summary" of Indistractable by Nir Eyal,Julie Li-Eyal
One effective strategy for overcoming the inertia of daunting tasks is to simply get started. The ten-minute rule involves committing to working on a task for just ten minutes. This short timeframe helps to lower the barrier to entry and can make a daunting task feel more manageable. Once you get started, you may find that you are able to continue working on the task beyond the initial ten minutes.
The key is to focus on starting, rather than worrying about how much you need to accomplish. By taking small steps towards your goal, you can build momentum and make progress over time. This approach can be especially helpful for tasks that you have been procrastinating on or avoiding due to their perceived difficulty.
Another benefit of the ten-minute rule is that it helps to combat perfectionism. When you give yourself permission to work on a task for just a short period of time, you can let go of the pressure to get everything right the first time. This can help you to overcome the fear of failure that often accompanies daunting tasks.
It's important to remember that progress is progress, no matter how small. By consistently applying the ten-minute rule to daunting tasks, you can chip away at them over time and eventually reach your desired outcome. So the next time you find yourself facing a challenging task, try setting aside just ten minutes to get started. You may be surprised at how much you can accomplish with this simple strategy.
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