# Micro-Commitment Technique

> Overcoming procrastination by committing to work for just 2-5 minutes. Based on Zeigarnik effect showing started tasks create psychological tension driving completion. Reduces activation energy for beginning work, with momentum often carrying beyond initial micro-commitment.

- **URL:** https://jamesclear.com/how-to-stop-procrastinating
- **Category:** Time Management Technique
- **Tags:** Procrastination, Starting, Psychology, Momentum
- **Updated:** 2026-03-18 11:25
- **Canonical page:** https://timetrack.works/de/items/micro-commitment-technique

## Details

## Overview

Micro-Commitment reduces resistance to starting by committing to tiny time increments.

## How It Works

1. Commit to just 2-5 minutes
2. Start timer
3. Work for committed period
4. Stop if desired, but usually continue
5. Momentum carries you forward

## Psychological Basis

- Zeigarnik effect: Started tasks create completion pressure
- Reduces perceived effort
- Bypasses resistance to "big" commitments
- Activates working memory systems

## Pricing

Free technique.

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