Task Initiation

 During a classroom art session, a 7-year-old is told to draw a picture of their family. While some children sit and wait or appear unsure, this child picks up the crayons and starts sketching without needing repeated prompting. Even if the drawing isn’t perfect, the child takes the first step and gets going. 

  A 15-year-old is assigned a literature essay due in two weeks. Instead of procrastinating, the teenager opens their laptop the same evening, creates a rough outline of ideas, and identifies the quotes they want to use.

 At work, a professional receives a new client brief on Monday morning. Rather than waiting until the end of the day or week, they open the file immediately, jot down initial thoughts, and block time in their calendar to work on it. They may even send a quick follow-up to clarify unclear points.