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How to enrich your life and destroy doubt in 5 seconds.

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…

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2 authors picked The 5 Second Rule as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

If you’ve ever felt the pull of resistance, and the frustration of knowing that there’s something that you really want to do, but then that little voice in your head steps up and stops you, then this book will 100% help you. It explains a very easy way of short-circuiting that discussion.

It’s another simple idea, which is what makes it so powerful and helpful. And if you enjoy listening to podcasts, Mel now has an excellent one, "The Mel Robbins Podcast," which you can find on all platforms.

From Lou's list on start your day off right.

I enjoyed this book a lot because it’s full of so much actionable information.

A best-selling author and speaker, Robbins’ enthusiasm is contagious and if anything will get you off your butt and moving toward your goals, the five-second rule will do it.

It also works when you find yourself in situations that require some courage – like meeting a venture capitalist for the first time to pitch your business? Don’t let fear or lack of self-esteem keep you from doing what you know you want to do.

The secret is The 5 Second Rule, and this is the book…

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