The 5-Minute Bathroom Timer Rule
If you need one simple behavior rule, use this:
Set a reminder at 5 minutes for every session.
It is easy to remember and strong enough to interrupt drift.
Why five minutes works
Five minutes is:
- long enough to avoid rushing
- short enough to prevent endless scrolling loops
- simple enough to repeat every day
The best habit rule is one you can apply without thinking.
How to run the rule
- Start timer at session start.
- Keep your phone out of the scroll loop if possible.
- When reminder appears, ask: "Am I done?"
- Stop and save the session.
Do this for one week before changing the rule.
What to do if you cross five minutes
Do not overreact. Mark the session and keep going.
A good system is not one that prevents every miss. It is one that helps you recover fast and stay consistent.
Keep the product scope clear
PoopTimer follows a habit-tool model:
- free timer acquisition
- optional paid convenience for deeper tracking
- practical content support through posts
No medical framing, no novelty gimmicks, no heavy workflow.