Start a task you keep putting off
Tell the AI what you are avoiding and why, and this prompt breaks the task into steps so small that starting feels easy. You get a plan for the time you have and a line to tell yourself when you get stuck.
I keep putting off this task: [TASK] Why I think I am avoiding it: [e.g. it feels huge, I don't know where to start, it's boring, I'm worried it won't be good] Time I have today: [e.g. 30 minutes] Break the task into tiny steps that each take 5 to 10 minutes. The first step must be so small that I cannot say no to it (for example "open the document and write the title"). Then give me a plan for the time I have, one small reward for when I finish, and one line I can tell myself if I get stuck. Be kind and practical, not preachy.
Do only the first step right after reading the answer. Starting is the hard part.
From copy to answer in four steps
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Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
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Paste the prompt.
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Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
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Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
About this prompt
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace the field before you send it: TASK. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.
