The Art of Doing Nothing: Procrastination Course

Level 3: The Master of the Mundane

Technique 5: The Art of the 5-Second Rule

The 5-Second Rule states that if you're feeling overwhelmed, just give yourself 5 seconds to decide what to do next. Sounds simple, but trust us, it's an art form.

When faced with a task, take 5 seconds to:

Stare blankly into space
Tap your feet
Twirl your hair
Check your phone for any important notifications ( Spoiler alert: there won't be any)

And voila! You've just mastered the 5-Second Rule.

Next Level: The Art of the 10-Second Rule

But wait, there's more! The 5-Second Rule can also be applied in other areas of life, such as:

Shopping: 5 seconds to browse through 10 stores
Video games: 5 seconds to press the wrong key
Cooking: 5 seconds to stare at the recipe

Remember, it's not about getting it right, it's about feeling good about not doing it.

Explore More Procrastination Techniques!