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Why Everything You Start Dies in Week Two

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Why do we get obsessed with new ideas, new routines, new systems… only to abandon them two weeks later?


In this episode, we break down the psychology behind why starting feels addictive, why finishing feels impossible, and why it has nothing to do with laziness.

From dopamine loops to the Zeigarnik effect, I’m walking you through the science of why your brain loves beginnings, and how to finally break the cycle. If you’re tired of half-finished plans, dusty Notion dashboards, and ideas that never make it past week two, this one’s for you.

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