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1. Uncertainty: To combat uncertainty, Ali suggests seeking clarity by breaking down tasks into actionable steps and using “implementation intentions” to reduce decision-making fatigue.
2. Fear: He recommends the "10-10-10" rule to assess the potential impact of decisions, labeling fears to diminish their power, and adopting a mindset inspired by role models.
3. Inertia: Overcoming inertia involves optimizing our environment, employing the "5-minute rule" to start tasks, and practicing self-compassion to celebrate small wins.
Part 3: Sustain
Preventing burnout is essential to sustain feelgood productivity. Ali identifies three types of burnout: