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The 2-Minute Habit That Will Transform Your Singing Practice

May 09, 20252 min read

The 2-Minute Habit That Will Transform Your Singing Practice

If you’ve ever said, “I want to practice more, but I just don’t have the time” — you’re not alone. After years of teaching, I’ve noticed that while many students start lessons with big dreams, they often struggle to keep up a consistent practice routine between sessions.

Why Most Singers Don’t Practice

The common excuses? “I’m too busy,” “I forgot,” or “I wasn’t motivated.” But let’s be honest — these are just barriers in disguise. Real progress happens not just during your lesson, but in the time you spend applying what you’ve learned at home.

The Secret: The 2-Minute Rule

I’m currently reading Atomic Habits by James Clear (finally!), and one concept really clicked:

“When you start a new habit, it should take less than two minutes to do.”

This is called the 2-Minute Rule, and it works because it removes resistance. It’s no longer about finding 30 minutes of free time — it’s about simply starting.

Here’s how you can apply it to singing:

  • 🎵 Do one breathing exercise.

  • 🎶 Sing one simple scale.

  • 🎤 Practice one line of a song.

The magic is in the momentum. Once you start, you’ll likely want to keep going — but even if you stop at two minutes, you’re still building the habit. And that’s the real goal.

One Rule: Keep It Active

To be clear, passive learning doesn’t count.

  • Singing while driving? 🎧 Doesn’t count.

  • Watching vocal tips on YouTube? 📺 Doesn’t count.

For it to work, you must be fully engaged in the act of singing.

Start Small, Stay Consistent

So — what’s your two-minute singing habit going to be?


Need help building your singing routine?
Book a session with me and let’s create a plan that fits your lifestyle and voice.

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Jorgelina Perez

Jorgelina is a professionally certified vocal coach, artistic coach and singer/songwriter. ATM teacher trainee certified - Feldenkrais® Method. Functional vocal training online and in person (Auckland, NZ)

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