Think Less; Do More: Create An Action Bias, Stop Overthinking, and Learn How to Actually Change Your Life

by Peter Hollins

Practical and actionable tips to overcome a lack of motivation. Get into action on command!
Hey, you can't THINK and DO at the same time. I know which one I would want to do more of. What about you?

Start whatever you want, and finish what you start.
Think Less; Do More is your guide to actually changing your life. It's about taking action. You know it, but you just don't do it. Welcome to the guide that will get you into motion, no matter your circumstances, excuses, or distraction.

This book is a psychological throwdown to your shape up, or ship out! Every chapter will get you motivated, moving, or slowly sliding into the first few steps of your next task/goal. And you won't even realize it. There is no BS here, and there is no beating around the bush. This book is like rocket fuel.

How to finally accomplish all the goals you've put off for years.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.

The real science of changing your life.The magic of lowering your standardsHow action actually creates motivation and driveHow to change your relationship with riskThe focusing power of a "don't do" listWriting a "burner list"Use a superstructure decision model for prioritizingYour personalized ultradian rhythmsHow to resist distractions and beat all of your mental objections.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Productivity

128 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 20, 2023

About the author

Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a student of the human condition. He possesses a BS in psychology and a graduate degree.

Reviews

[Ak · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Think Less; Do More" is a highly practical guide that cuts through the usual noise around motivation and productivity. Its core message—action drives change, not endless thinking—resonates clearly throughout the book. Hollins offers straightforward techniques like "don't do" lists, burner lists, and prioritization models that are easy to understand and implement. The emphasis on understanding one’s ultradian rhythms and managing mental objections adds a valuable psychological depth to the advice, making it more than just typical self-help tips.

What sets this book apart is its no-nonsense approach, blending psychology research with actionable steps that encourage to stop procrastinating and start. While some organizational tools may feel complex initially, they offer solid frameworks for long-term goal achievement. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to break free from overthinking and create meaningful progress in their life, regardless of their current circumstances or excuses. It’s a compact, effective manual for turning intention into consistent action.

[Pavel Egorkin · Rating 2 out of 5]

Can be a blog post

Should not be a blog post because there's a quadrillion of similar posts with better quality then this book

Like yeah, sure, it is a summary of different motivation and blablabla things. But the author starts with quite a simple point and then increases complexity up to: create a plan for a life

[Bret Legg · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book gave me the nudge I needed to take some action, make some progress, and get some things off the ground.

[мєℓ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very nice reading and tips.

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book to help you get out of your head and moving toward action!

[Naveen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Pretty average, aside a few good quotes and some pretty standard productivity strategies the whole book appears to be written by the AI.

[Karen Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book appealed to me because I am a lifelong procrastinator. The book’s first half concentrated on building an Action bias, and I found it to be helpful. The second half concentrated on helping readers achieve a massive result by organizing massive effort and commitment. But at an age over 80, I find I have no desire for massive results, unless it’s significantly more time with grandchildren. The tools the author presented for organizing and prioritizing seemed quite complicated, but probably very useful once set up. At the end I recommended this book and one other he cited to my niece. She is contemplating a return to university for a masters degree. Although she is very organized, this time around is more complicated with a husband, two children under 10, and a very active social life. I am hoping she will find something helpful in organizing and managing this massive change in her life. The procedures, and mindsets, presented in this book might well help her achieve her long-term goals.

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worth it!!

Breaks down everything to make it super simple to understand! I've already made progress taking action. Great book!! Just read it!!!!!