How to Stop Procrastination with One Trick in 2025

Procrastination hitting hard? You’ve got a task staring you down, but you’re scrolling instead - sound familiar?

Here’s one dead-simple trick to break that cycle this year.

Pick your toughest to-do, set a timer for 5 minutes, and start. That’s it - just 5 minutes. No pressure to finish, just begin. Most times, you’ll keep going because starting’s the real hurdle. Research shows momentum beats willpower - once you’re in motion, your brain locks in.

I’ve used this to knock out emails I’d dodged for days - 5 minutes turned into 30, done. It works because it’s tiny - no big commitment, no overwhelm. Pair it with a quiet spot - no phone, no noise - and you’re golden. Stop waiting for the perfect moment - 2025’s your year to move.

Try it today: one task, 5 minutes, go.