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Summary: The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage | Key Ideas in 1 Hour or Less
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The #1 Bestselling Summary of Mel Robbins' The 5 Second Rule. Learn how to apply the main ideas and principles from the original book in a quick, easy read!
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins is a powerful motivational self-help book which reveals how five-second decisions and acts of everyday courage can change your life for the better!
To overcome this hesitation, everytime you notice an opportunity or get the urge to approach someone new, start an important task, or speak up in a meeting, you must count backwards from 5 to 1 and act immediately.
Mel Robbins discovered the 5 Second Rule at a time in her life when she was struggling with depression, endless worry, and crippling anxiety. Her marriage, finances, and career were at an all-time low.
Despite all of that, she managed to turn her whole situation upside down with the use of the Rule!
The Rule helped her reach her goals, break her bad habits, and become the greatest, happiest version of herself.
By applying the Rule, Robbins got rid of her tendency to hesitate, procrastinate and overthink. She became more present, productive, and self-aware. She also learned how to stop doubting and start believing in herself, her abilities and ideas.
And the best part is, the Rule can do the same for you! As you begin to use this ritual on a daily basis, you'll find that it doesn't take long before you're able to notice tremendous improvements in your personal and professional life!
This summary highlights the key ideas and captures the most important lessons found in the original book. If you've already read the original, this summary will serve as a reminder of main ideas and key concepts. If you haven't, don't worry, here you will find every bit of practical information that you can apply. However, we do encourage you to purchase the original as well for a more comprehensive understanding of the subject.
(Note: This summary is written and published by Millionaire Mindset Publishing. It is not the original book, and it's not affiliated with the original author in any way. You can find the original book by accessing this link: https: //amzn.to/2Jet9Gu)
The #1 Bestselling Summary of Mel Robbins' The 5 Second Rule. Learn how to apply the main ideas and principles from the original book in a quick, easy read!
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins is a powerful motivational self-help book which reveals how five-second decisions and acts of everyday courage can change your life for the better!
To overcome this hesitation, everytime you notice an opportunity or get the urge to approach someone new, start an important task, or speak up in a meeting, you must count backwards from 5 to 1 and act immediately.
Mel Robbins discovered the 5 Second Rule at a time in her life when she was struggling with depression, endless worry, and crippling anxiety. Her marriage, finances, and career were at an all-time low.
Despite all of that, she managed to turn her whole situation upside down with the use of the Rule!
The Rule helped her reach her goals, break her bad habits, and become the greatest, happiest version of herself.
By applying the Rule, Robbins got rid of her tendency to hesitate, procrastinate and overthink. She became more present, productive, and self-aware. She also learned how to stop doubting and start believing in herself, her abilities and ideas.
And the best part is, the Rule can do the same for you! As you begin to use this ritual on a daily basis, you'll find that it doesn't take long before you're able to notice tremendous improvements in your personal and professional life!
This summary highlights the key ideas and captures the most important lessons found in the original book. If you've already read the original, this summary will serve as a reminder of main ideas and key concepts. If you haven't, don't worry, here you will find every bit of practical information that you can apply. However, we do encourage you to purchase the original as well for a more comprehensive understanding of the subject.
(Note: This summary is written and published by Millionaire Mindset Publishing. It is not the original book, and it's not affiliated with the original author in any way. You can find the original book by accessing this link: https: //amzn.to/2Jet9Gu)
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32 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 27, 2018
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March 5, 2025
A masterclass in copywriting: how to stretch a 140 character tweet into a useless book full of pop psychology references and at the end sell a course
July 20, 2018
Unique technique
A truly original Tool for dealing with fear. Definitely worth trying this easy and fast method, Never heard about It.
A truly original Tool for dealing with fear. Definitely worth trying this easy and fast method, Never heard about It.
February 2, 2025
Mel Robbins’ The 5 Second Rule presents a simple yet powerful idea: counting down from five and taking immediate action can help overcome hesitation and self-doubt. While the core concept is intriguing and potentially useful, the book itself suffers from excessive repetition and unnecessary filler.
Rather than getting straight to the point, Robbins tends to waffle, stretching a straightforward idea into an entire book when it could have been effectively conveyed in a much shorter format. Many chapters feel like variations of the same message, padded with personal anecdotes and motivational fluff.
That being said, the underlying principle—taking quick action before doubt creeps in—has merit. If you’re new to self-help books and enjoy a conversational, enthusiastic style, you might find some value in Robbins’ approach. However, for readers looking for concise, actionable advice without the fluff, this book may feel frustratingly drawn out.
Rather than getting straight to the point, Robbins tends to waffle, stretching a straightforward idea into an entire book when it could have been effectively conveyed in a much shorter format. Many chapters feel like variations of the same message, padded with personal anecdotes and motivational fluff.
That being said, the underlying principle—taking quick action before doubt creeps in—has merit. If you’re new to self-help books and enjoy a conversational, enthusiastic style, you might find some value in Robbins’ approach. However, for readers looking for concise, actionable advice without the fluff, this book may feel frustratingly drawn out.
March 16, 2023
The 5 Second rule is helpful to those who feel like they're having mild executive dysfunctions in day to day living, but it doesn't change or adjust the conditions from which people suffer and lose management of their lives. The 5 Second rule isn't feeding any children in Senegal, it doesn't offer solutions to threats and hate crimes against free speech and journalism and it doesn't help us bring ex-cons to safe, helpful living conditions in society. The 5 Second rule is at best a hack and at worst a waste of words.
August 31, 2018
Good advice for folks who are anxious
I am a confident, decisive person, so this wasn't a great book for me. I read it all though, because I mentor others who are stuck, because their anxieties prevent them from taking forward actions.
I am a confident, decisive person, so this wasn't a great book for me. I read it all though, because I mentor others who are stuck, because their anxieties prevent them from taking forward actions.
November 19, 2018
A Reality Check!
The only way to start a journey is taking that first step!
This summary of the rule is a reminder to stop listening to your/my excuses,
and get moving despite the obstacles we toss ahead.
Clear, concise, and a reality check!
The only way to start a journey is taking that first step!
This summary of the rule is a reminder to stop listening to your/my excuses,
and get moving despite the obstacles we toss ahead.
Clear, concise, and a reality check!
September 18, 2018
Amazing read!
Great information to change your thinking on every part of life situations! Great motivational reading. It was a quick read.
Great information to change your thinking on every part of life situations! Great motivational reading. It was a quick read.
September 22, 2018
These summaries are a good way to get the broad strokes of an idea to see if further exploration is warranted...in this case I would say yes...I am likely to read more on this topic.
November 13, 2022
I have recently gotten "hooked" on Mel's books and podcast but didn't have a lot of time to read the entire book, the summary was really helpful
September 29, 2024
I love summaries of self help books!
January 10, 2025
"it’s not the big moves that change everything, it’s the smallest ones in your everyday life that do"
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May 1, 2022Probably the best thing I took away is the tip on reframing. When you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, tell yourself that you are excited instead. The body reacts to excitement in the same way physiologically, but excitement is a more positive experience.
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