Whenever you feel your attention drifting, count backward from 5
“5… 4… 3… 2… 1…”Then immediately take action on the ONE thing you were avoiding.
This triggers a pattern interrupt and shifts your brain from thinking mode to action mode, giving your prefrontal cortex control again
🧠 Why it works:
- Your brain seeks comfort and distraction.
- This trick disrupts that loop and reclaims control.
- It builds discipline every time you use it.
🔁 Use it when:
- You’re scrolling aimlessly
- Procrastinating a task
- Feeling overwhelmed
🗣 Bonus affirmation: "I do the hard thing first. I lock in when others drift."