by Mel Robbins and Mel Robbins Productions Inc.
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5, 4, 3, 2, 1….You are 5 seconds away from making a decision that will change your life.
This is the premise of The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins. She gives practical insights and a simple formula for overcoming fear, anxiety, procrastination and so much more.
At first, it seemed a little too simple. But after listening to example after example of real-life people who put the 5 second rule into effect, I decided to give it a try.
…5, 4, 3, 2, 1…MOVE.
There really is power in the simple things. They aren’t EASY things…but they are simple. When we don’t give ourselves a chance to stop and think – -to second-guess or to talk ourselves out of something, amazing things can happen.
And, as she says in the book:
“One moment of courage can change your day. One day can change your life and your life can change the world.“
And that, my friends, is part of why this blog has been created.
Here’s the description from Amazon:
How to enrich your life and destroy doubt in five seconds.
Throughout your life, you’ve had parents, coaches, teachers, friends, and mentors who have pushed you to be better than your excuses and bigger than your fears. What if the secret to having the confidence and courage to enrich your life and work is simply knowing how to push yourself?
Using the science of habits, riveting stories, and surprising facts from some of the most famous moments in history, art, and business, Mel Robbins will explain the power of a “push moment”. Then, she’ll give you one simple tool you can use to become your greatest self.
It takes just five seconds to use this tool, and every time you do you’ll be in great company. More than eight million people have watched Mel’s TEDx Talk, and executives inside of the world’s largest brands are using the tool to increase productivity, collaboration, and engagement.
In The 5 Second Rule, you’ll discover it takes just five seconds to:
- Become confident
- Break the habit of procrastination and self-doubt
- Beat fear and uncertainty
- Stop worrying and feel happier
- Share your ideas with courage
The 5 Second Rule is a simple, one-size-fits-all solution for the one problem we all face – we hold ourselves back.
The secret isn’t knowing what to do – it’s knowing how to make yourself do it.
