💡 CheatCode #148: The Friction Audit

Don’t add motivation—remove obstacles.

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“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex. It takes a touch of genius to move in the opposite direction.” — E.F. Schumacher

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Most of your “motivation problems” aren’t motivation problems at all—they’re friction problems. ADHD brains aren’t lazy; they’re sensitive to tiny barriers that neurotypical people barely notice. Remove one small friction point and suddenly you’re consistent.

Related Study:
Behavioral scientists note that reducing environmental friction increases task completion by up to 70%, often outperforming motivational strategies.

Why It Works:
✅ Converts resistance into momentum
✅ Makes habits automatic instead of effortful
✅ Reduces decision fatigue
✅ Gives ADHD brains clear, smooth starting points
✅ Helps you build systems instead of relying on willpower

Today’s Challenge:
Pick one task you want to improve. Remove one piece of friction—location, tool, step, or barrier.

Final Thought:
Momentum is a design problem, not a discipline problem.

”Smooth the path. Watch momentum appear.” -1% CheatCode