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New Books in Psychology

Look Again: The Power of Noticing What Was Always There

Feb 22, 2024
Discover why people stop noticing the wonders and horrors in their lives due to habituation. Learn how to 'dishabituate' and see everything with fresh eyes. Explore the power of change in reigniting joy, innovation, and recognizing areas needing improvement.
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Quick takeaways

  • Disobituation can reignite joy and innovation by temporarily changing routines and environments.
  • Explorers and exploiters seek novelty or familiarity, fostering disutilization through embracing new experiences and perspectives.

Deep dives

The Power of Disobituating Through Change

Disobituation is explored as a means to reignite joy and innovation in life. By temporarily changing environments, routines, or interactions, individuals can regain sensitivity and appreciate the good things while also recognizing areas needing improvement. Professor Sunstein details how disrupting habits through change can help people notice and value both the positive and negative aspects in their lives.

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