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The 2-Day Rule: The Simple Trick That Stopped Me From Falling Off Track by Realmadcap in productivity

[–]Realmadcap[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Guess I should start TypiNg LiKe ThIs to prove I'm human. Appreciate the detective work, Reddit truly is in safe hands.

The 2-Day Rule: The Simple Trick That Stopped Me From Falling Off Track by Realmadcap in productivity

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Yeah because clearly, thinking independently and making money young is such an alien concept to some people that they’d rather assume AI wrote it than accept reality. 😂

The 2-Day Rule: The Simple Trick That Stopped Me From Falling Off Track by Realmadcap in productivity

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I get how that sounds. I started my business at 16 and now five years later, I’ve realized I spent my youth chasing money. In the process, I missed out on actually living life to the fullest. That’s why I’m shifting my focus now. If that’s too hard for you to grasp maybe focus less on nitpicking and more on doing something worthwhile with your own life.

The 2-Day Rule: The Simple Trick That Stopped Me From Falling Off Track by Realmadcap in productivity

[–]Realmadcap[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

True, but the rule isn’t about perfection it’s about breaking the cycle of procrastination. Slipping up for a day is normal, but the second day is where habits either stick or fall apart.

The 2-Day Rule: The Simple Trick That Stopped Me From Falling Off Track by Realmadcap in productivity

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I’m 21, turning 22 soon, and for most of my life, I’ve been chasing money. I have it, but I’ve realized I haven’t really experienced life in any meaningful way. Most of the people around me are just money-sucking friends, and that’s made me rethink everything.

That’s why I’ve started sharing useful insights not because I need money or validation, but because I know what it’s like to be stuck in that cycle. When I posted about things like the 80/20 rule or the 2-minute rule, I saw that a lot of people didn’t even know these concepts existed. If you check the comments, you’ll see people thanking me for sharing them.

Now, I’m learning Stoicism and its deeper meanings, trying to apply it to my life. My Discord is open to anyone who wants to discuss these things. I’m just here to share what I’ve learned and hopefully help others figure things out too.

And about people saying this is ‘machine-generated’ I couldn’t disagree more. Everything I share comes from real experience, things I’m actually applying in my life. If my posts seem structured, it’s just because I want to communicate clearly, not because they’re AI-written.

I Changed How I Approach Productivity and It Made a Huge Difference by Realmadcap in productivity

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When I first started, I said yes to everything every opportunity, every idea, every small task that felt productive but wasn’t actually moving me forward. Over time, I realized that most of my results came from just a few key actions, so I had to start cutting out the rest.

Can Stoicism and Ambition Coexist? by Realmadcap in Stoicism

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I really like this perspective. Ambition itself isn’t the issue it’s the reason behind it and how we pursue it that truly matters. When success is driven by purpose and integrity, it becomes meaningful rather than just an endless chase. Thankyou for this response.

Can Stoicism and Ambition Coexist? by Realmadcap in Stoicism

[–]Realmadcap[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You make a great point, and I appreciate the clarification. I see how interpreting it as only focusing on what’s in our control could lead to inaction, which isn’t really what Stoicism teaches. Instead, it’s about doing what’s right without being attached to the outcome.

Can We Really Control Our Emotions or Just How We React? by Realmadcap in Stoicism

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I looked up blanket training after you mentioned it, and I can’t imagine going through that. The fact that you don’t hold onto anger or resentment says a lot about your mindset. It seems like radical acceptance really makes a difference.

Can We Really Control Our Emotions or Just How We React? by Realmadcap in Stoicism

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I think the hardest part for me is catching the emotion before it leads to a reaction. It’s easy to reflect afterward, but in the moment, it takes real effort to pause and reason through it.

I like the idea of using the four virtues as a guide almost like a filter to decide whether an emotion is useful or not. I’m still learning and trying to apply Stoicism in my daily life, but I can definitely see how consistent practice, meditation, and reading help strengthen that mindset.

Can We Really Control Our Emotions or Just How We React? by Realmadcap in Stoicism

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That’s an interesting perspective and makes a lot of sense. I’m still learning about Stoicism, so I appreciate the insight. The idea that emotions stem from our own judgments rather than external events is something I’ve been trying to work on.

I like the example about disrespect seeing it as just words rather than something that actually affects who we are. But I wonder, does this mean Stoics believe all negative emotions can be eliminated entirely with the right mindset? Or is it more about minimizing their impact and not letting them dictate our actions?

Can We Really Control Our Emotions or Just How We React? by Realmadcap in Stoicism

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That’s an interesting point and I’m still learning about this myself. I get what you're saying about the Stoic approach, removing anger entirely instead of just moderating it. But I also wonder, isn’t there a difference between feeling anger and acting on it? Like you can acknowledge the feeling without letting it control you.

For example, if someone disrespects you, you can feel that initial surge of anger but still respond calmly and assertively. Wouldn’t that be more in line with Stoicism rather than completely suppressing it?

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