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How Small Changes Lead to Big Rewards with Michael Easter

The One You Feed

CHAPTER

Unpredictable Rewards and Compulsive Behavior

The chapter explores how unpredictable rewards can fuel addictive behavior and the importance of limiting access to digital platforms to break the cycle of constant checking. It discusses making small changes to daily habits, such as deleting apps, using grayscale on phones, and adding time delays to alter behavior. The conversation emphasizes the impact of simplifying tasks, changing rewards, and shifting to healthier habits to break free from harmful behaviors.

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