Break one big task into small steps

Take a task you are avoiding and divide it into steps of ten minutes or less.

Why it helps

Large tasks feel heavy. Small steps make it clear where to begin.

How to do it

1. Write the task at the top of a page.
2. List every step you can think of.
3. Mark the first step and do it.

Make it easier

Write just the first three steps.

Make it harder

Add estimated times and a deadline.