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Temptation Bundling

Pair something you should do with something you love. Only allow the love during the should.

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The Science

Coupling a delayed-reward task with an immediate-reward stimulus borrows the brain's motivation for one to power the other.

How to do it

  1. 1Pick a 'should': studying, chores, exercise.
  2. 2Pick a 'love': a podcast, a show, a snack.
  3. 3Rule: the love only happens *during* the should.
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Temptation Bundle Menu

Pair a should with a love. Only allow the love during the should.

Shoulds (delayed reward)

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Loves (immediate reward)

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