5 minute timer
Just five minutes. Starting is the hard part, so make it tiny.
Time left: 5:00
Ready when you are.
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Make the 5 minutes count
- Start, don't finish.Promise yourself only 5 minutes. Keep going only if you want to.
- Tiny chores.One drawer, one inbox screen, one dish rack.
- Real breaks.Stand up, drink water, look out a window. No phone.
Quick answers
What can I do in 5 minutes?
More than it feels like: reply to one message, clear one surface, write a messy first sentence, or stretch. Five minutes is mostly about getting started.
Is a 5 minute timer good for ADHD?
Many people with ADHD find a short, visible time limit makes starting easier, because the task feels smaller. It's a strategy, not a treatment, so keep what works for you. More ideas: how to start a task with ADHD.
Does the timer keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes. It counts from the clock, not from the screen, so it stays accurate in the background, and the tab title shows the time left. Nothing is sent anywhere.