Variable Reward Schedule

Novel experiences give a positive activation of the dopaminergic system, creating a sense of reward.
Social media is addictive because of the variable reward schedule of not knowing what you'll see next.
Experimenting creates a variable reward schedule for your life, as you are unsure if something will work.
Keep experiments tiny to minimize risk and allow for tweaks and iterations.

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