# First Five — Gentle Productivity Timer

> Gentle Productivity Timer (iPhone/iPad app by Mattias Ahlstrom.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-five/id6752224724 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mattias Ahlstrom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838316114)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-09-09
- Data updated: 2026-02-23
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-five/id6752224724/reviews.md

## What is First Five?

Beat procrastination with science-backed micro-commitments

FirstFive transforms overwhelming tasks into gentle 5-minute starts. Based on research from Tim Pychyl's Procrastination Lab and the Zeigarnik Effect, our pressure-free timer helps you bypass emotional resistance and build natural momentum.

Why 5 minutes works:
 • 90% of people continue interrupted tasks (Zeigarnik Effect)
 • Micro-commitments reduce procrastination more than traditional methods
 • No pressure = no fight-or-flight response blocking productivity
 • Perfect for ADHD, autism spectrum, and anxiety-sensitive users

Features:
 • Countdown to zero, then counts up indefinitely
 • No harsh alarms or forced stops
 • 5 beautiful themes with smooth animations
 • Gentle completion celebration with smile
 • Works with your natural rhythms, not against them

Transform "I can't start" into "I'll just do 5 minutes" and watch momentum build naturally.


## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2025-09-10

No release notes.

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