Summary The 5 Second Rule

By Epic Read

The 5 Second Rule is a guide to transforming people and directing them towards taking action, changing their behavior, and taking on the challenges of life head-on without worry.

It was devised by Mel Robbins in his book The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage, in which she explains the science behind the 5-second rule, how it works, and how to apply it to the important areas of life.

According to Robbins, individuals only have five seconds to act on an impulse before they hesitate. In order to overrule one's hesitation, he/she must commit to acting by the time he/she counts down 5-4-3-2-1. Robbins refers to these moments as "push moments." These are the times when you have a thought about something such as approaching someone new or speaking up in a meeting.

If individuals act rather than think, they will grow more courage and gain confidence. As individuals begin to use this starting ritual in their everyday lives, they will begin to see changes in their personal and professional lives. This starting ritual is a way to combat self-doubt and fear by making yourself physical move forwards.

The book has become a best seller among other non-fiction books in the United States. It has effective and easy to implement tips that anyone can follow in order to start taking control of their lives and thus move forward with confidence towards a brighter future.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Epic Read
• Release date: Jan 13, 2022
• ISBN: 9798201466077

Book preview

Part 1-The 5 Second Rule

Five Seconds to Change Your Life

Your life can be changed with one 5-second decision at a time and this is a science that will be proven in this book. The 5-second rule will help you live, love, work and will boost your confidence and courage. It can be easily learned and has a profound impact. Once you start using it, it will be there for you whenever you need it. The author discovered this rule when she was at a very low point in her life and was so distressed that the simple act of getting out of the bed was a struggle. Her initial thoughts about the rule were that it was silly but little did she realize that she has invented a powerful metacognition tool that could change absolutely everything about a person’s life.

Since discovering this rule, the author has taken control of her life and improved her cash flow, marriage and career. She has cured herself of anxiety, built and sold two businesses and has become one of the most-booked speakers in the world. She has never been more happy, in control or free. She has replaced her tendency to overthink with a bias towards action and has used the rule to master self-monitoring and become more present in the moment. It also taught her to start believing in herself and gave her the strength to become a better and happier