Just Five More Minutes
<p>“Just five more minutes,” you whisper, trapped in the siren call of another cat meme. The morning sun, with its relentless brightness, announces the new day. But you’re trapped in the snug cocoon of your blankets, smartphone glued to hand, while productivity taps impatiently on the window. Yes, my friend, we’ve all been there.</p>
<p>Let’s embark on a journey together that will have us giggling, cringing, and hopefully, finding that mythical beast named ‘productivity.’ But first, please, five more minutes?</p>
<p><strong>A Brief History of the Five More Minutes Syndrome</strong></p>
<p>If you thought the 5MM (Five More Minutes) Syndrome was a recent invention akin to the selfie stick or lactose-free ice cream, think again. Ancient Roman scrolls contain marginal notes saying, “Just V more minutes before I finish this fresco.” Okay, maybe I made that up, but who’s to say ancient Romans didn’t appreciate a good procrastination stretch?</p>
<p><strong>The Lure of 5MM</strong></p>
<p>Why is this anthem so appealing? When we say, “Five more minutes,” it’s often because we’re either:</p>
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<li>Relishing a comfort zone, be it the snugness of our beds or the allure of a Netflix binge.</li>
<li>I am dreading what comes next. For instance, the brain workout of a morning meeting or the physical activity of… well, actual training.</li>
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<p><strong>Addressing the 5MM Crisis: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly</strong></p>
<p><em>The Good:</em> There’s a silver lining. Believe it or not, those five minutes can be beneficial. They can serve as a mini-break, a mental palate cleanser. A buffer between tasks can sometimes be the mental equivalent of a power nap.</p>
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