| Interrupt hesitation with 5-4-3-2-1, then move. Counting backward “activates the prefrontal cortex” and breaks habit loops . | As soon as the alarm rings, 5-4-3-2-1 — stand up. No snooze, no debate. |
| Bias toward action beats motivation. Feelings follow movement, not vice-versa . | Schedule the workout first, trust energy will rise after you start. |
| Everyday courage compounds confidence. Each micro-win proves capability and grows self-belief . | Speak up once per meeting: 5-4-3-2-1 unmute, share one insight. |
| Reframe fear as a five-second decision. Fear surges; the Rule converts it into forward motion . | Before hitting “send” on a difficult email, 5-4-3-2-1 click. |
| Use the Rule as a “starting ritual” to re-code habits. Repetition rewires automatic behavior . | Pair 5-4-3-2-1 with a new anchor (e.g., flossing) until it becomes reflexive. |
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