Psychology Trick: Beat Laziness & Procrastination with the 5-Minute Rule "You're not lazy—your brain is simply protecting you from uncertainty. This is the shocking psychology trick that instantly cuts through procrastination and resistance. We explain the famous 5-Minute Rule and why it's the most powerful hack for starting big goals. The brain views big tasks as danger, triggering what feels like laziness but is actually fear. By committing to just 5 minutes of work, you bypass this resistance, build momentum, and discover that motivation follows action, it doesn't precede it. Use this simple, science-backed productivity hack today to become a 'starter' and win the battle against procrastination."