Fitocracy

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Freedom, Social Support, and Motivation

Matt Mattox | Axial Exchange | July 24, 2013

A recent TechCrunch article by Nir Eyal suggests that many apps fail to change behavior because they feel too much like work. We want to lose weight, but the obligation to log every meal seems to rob us of autonomy much like homework does. Read More »

Why Behavior Change Apps Fail To Change Behavior

Nir Eyal | TechCrunch | July 13, 2013

The “but you are free” technique demonstrates how we are more likely to be persuaded when our ability to choose is reaffirmed. [...] Though the research did not directly look at how products and services might use the technique, the study provides several practical insights for how companies can influence customer behavior. Read More »