Your starting point · Avoidance
Make the first move less daunting.
Your answers suggest you know what needs doing, but starting brings resistance or dread. This is a description of today’s friction, not a judgement about your character.
Your two-minute reset
- 1Name the task you’re putting off, without criticising yourself.
- 2Choose a harmless first contact: open the document, set out one item, or write a rough heading.
- 3Spend the rest of two minutes on that first contact. You can stop there.
A small starting point, not another thing to get right.
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Why Do I Procrastinate? The Real Reasons and How to StopA little support for your next step
Start with the free article below. The 5-Minute Restart is designed for overwhelm, but can also give you a simple quick starting point when the task feels too big.
Get the free 5-Minute RestartWhen momentum drops, tasks pile up and starting over feels heavy. The Restart Protocol is a clear, low-pressure playbook you can reach for the moment you get stuck, so you always know your next physical move. It’s the complete framework — including the Micro-Step Builder, Fallback Ladder and Backlog Triage — for restarting without guilt or relying on raw motivation. If you want the full system in your corner for the next time life interrupts, explore The Restart Protocol.
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A self-reflection quiz, not a clinical assessment or a diagnosis. Patterns can overlap and change. General self-help information only; not medical or psychological advice. If exhaustion or distress persists or affects daily life, consider speaking with a qualified professional. Read our disclaimer.