Break Your Bad Habits by Escaping the Scarcity Loop
The Art of Manliness
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The Scarcity Loop: Gamification and Genuine Experiences
This chapter explores the effects of quantification and gamification on human behavior, particularly their tendency to distort authentic experiences. It discusses how social media and gamified systems shift focus from meaningful engagement to a chase for metrics like likes and grades. The conversation advocates for reconnecting with genuine intentions behind activities, emphasizing a move from a points-centric mindset to one that values meaningful experiences and well-being.
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