THE 5 SECOND RULE CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE

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You can change your life 5 seconds at a time with one simple tool.

Are you tired of not getting enough done in your life? Are you tired of procrastinating? Are the motivational messages you listen to or read just not enough? Are you ready for a simple tool that can change your life? Then you MUST READ Mel Robbin’s book, The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with everyday Courage.

I stumbled across this book by accident but at the exact right time. It’s weird how life works like that sometimes.

I had already read Mel’s book Kick Ass with Mel Robbins which is a book she wrote after The 5 Second Rule. I enjoyed how she shared private coaching sessions between her and everyday people. These people are just like most of us – they want better relationships, they want to be healthier, they want to be more productive. In other words, they want to get unstuck from destructive habits and negative self-talk that are holding them back.

Having loved Kick Ass, I knew I’d love The 5 Second Rule also. I didn’t know, however, how much I would gain from the book. The basic message of the book is how you can change your life 5 seconds at a time. Mel explains that there is only a 5-second window between your instinct to do something you should and your ability to act. In those 5 seconds, you can hesitate, worry, and/or have self-doubt; this will result in you not acting.

On the other hand, if you use Mel’s simple tool, you can instead act and do what you know you should. You’re probably wondering how this works or what the simple tool is. It’s really this simple: the moment you have an instinct to act on a goal, you must count down 5-4-3-2-1 and physically move or your brain will stop you.

I know what you’re thinking: “that sounds crazy.” It does. Even Mel will admit that. But it works!

Mel created this method herself when she was in a challenging part of her life, which she explains in her book. After realizing it worked so well, she actually did the research as to WHY it works. She has a law degree and practiced law. She understands how to research and analyze things. And, she has certainly done that with her 5 Second Rule. In the book, she explains this very simple but effective tool and also why it works.

The moment you have an instinct to act on a goal you must count 5-4-3-2-1 and physically move or your brain will stop you.

What is the 5 SECOND RULE?

It’s really pretty simple: “The moment you have an instinct to act on a goal you must count 5-4-3-2-1 and physically move or your brain will stop you.”

Want to put the 5 SECOND RULE to the test?

In the book, Mel’s first assignment to the readers is to set your alarm clock for 30 minutes before you usually get up. Then, when the alarm goes off, instead of hitting snooze and without even thinking about it, say to yourself “5-4-3-2-1” and then get out of bed.

I’ve been doing this for a couple of weeks now and it has made such a huge difference in my life already. I have been spending those extra 30 minutes getting stuff done that I wasn’t finding the time to get to. And, because I’m feeling more accomplished at the beginning of the day, I feel more energized and positive throughout the day. I also feel better about myself because I’m not hitting the snooze button. I’m not procrastinating. I’m getting things done and the resulting sense of accomplishment is energizing me to use the 5 second rule even more.

How can the 5 SECOND RULE help you?

Knowing what you should be doing isn’t enough. Writing down goals or tasks isn’t enough. You need to act on what you need to do. It’s easy, however, to hit the snooze button instead of getting up, watch t.v. instead of exercising or to stay quiet instead of saying something during a meeting. Sound familiar?

No matter what you may be struggling with, the 5 SECOND RULE can help:

Eating better
Exercising
Losing weight
Increasing productivity
Improving relationships
Overcoming shyness

Basically, it’s a tool to become a better version of yourself! In the book, there are examples of different ways to use the rule in many different situations. You’ll honestly be amazed at how something so simple can make such a huge impact on the lives of people all over the world.

Oh, and it gets better!

She also has a journal and a workbook that compliment the book:

The 5 Second Journal: The Best Daily Journal and Fastest Way to Slow Down, Power Up, and Get Sh*t Done

Workbook for Mel Robbins’ The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage

My journal and workbook are supposed to arrive this week so I’ll be updating you as soon as I get them and start using them.

Whether you like to read books or listen to audiobooks, I highly recommend The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins. For the audiobook, she is the narrator and she is probably the best narrator of any audiobook I’ve ever listened to. Sure, the rule is simple. And, yes I’ve explained the concept. You owe it to yourself to purchase this book and transform your life 5 seconds at a time!

Don’t think about it . . . just 5-4-3-2-1 and order the book!

Please note: I’ve mentioned other books that I recommend. But this is the first article I’ve devoted to just one book. Why? Because it’s simply that amazing.

For more information on Audible and audiobooks, check out: LEARNING, MOTIVATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SIMPLIFIED WITH AUDIBLE

For other books I recommend, check out: SMALL BIZ PATHWAY RESOURCES

Now, remember, don’t think about it . . . just 5-4-3-2-1 and order THE 5 SECOND RULE by Mel Robbins!

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Sondra Kirtley, MBA, is an entrepreneur who owns and operates a retail and service business in Eureka, California. Known for her helpful nature and small business expertise, Sondra founded SmallBizpathway.com to share tips and experiences with other small business owners.