Chrissy’s Review: The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins

The 5 Second Rule
written by Mel Robbins
published by Savio Republic, 2017

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Did I enjoy this book? For the most part, yes, I did enjoy it. The concept behind the 5-second rule is a great one: count down from 5 and do whatever it is that you want/need/must do. That’s it. Don’t wait, don’t overthink, just do. What I didn’t like about the book was all the testimonials and social media screenshots. A few success stories can help bring home the concept, but there were so many in this book that I skipped over most of them. They actually pulled me out of the learning experience and had me losing focus.

Would I recommend it? I would recommend going to her website and YouTube channel to watch her videos. Her TED Talk was fantastic. I think those are more helpful and motivating than reading the book.
 

 
About the book – from Goodreads: Throughout your life, you’ve had parents, coaches, teachers, friends and mentors who have pushed you to be better than your excuses and bigger than your fears. What if the secret to having the confidence and courage to enrich your life and work is simply knowing how to push yourself?

Using the science of habits, riveting stories and surprising facts from some of the most famous moments in history, art and business, Mel Robbins will explain the power of a “push moment.” Then, she’ll give you one simple tool you can use to become your greatest self.

It takes just five seconds to use this tool, and every time you do, you’ll be in great company. More than 8 million people have watched Mel’s TEDx Talk, and executives inside of the world’s largest brands are using the tool to increase productivity, collaboration, and engagement.

In The 5 Second Rule, you’ll discover it takes just five seconds to:

Become confident
Break the habit of procrastination and self-doubt
Beat fear and uncertainty
Stop worrying and feel happier
Share your ideas with courage

The 5 Second Rule is a simple, one-size-fits-all solution for the one problem we all face —we hold ourselves back.

The secret isn’t knowing what to do—it’s knowing how to make yourself do it.

 

 

 

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** This post first appeared on Every Free Chance Books (everyfreechance.com) on January 20, 2020.