Behavioral Science & Research
Research-backed insights into behavioral psychology, habit formation, and the neuroscience of productivity.
Understanding the science of behavior change is the first step to actually changing your behavior. These articles explore the psychological and neurological research behind procrastination, phone addiction, and habit formation. Learn why loss aversion is more powerful than positive reinforcement, how commitment devices leverage your brain's natural wiring, and what decades of behavioral economics research reveal about building lasting habits. Every concept is backed by peer-reviewed studies and explained in practical terms you can apply immediately.
Loss Aversion vs Positive Reinforcement: What Actually Beats Procrastination (2026)
Why apps like Forest don't work for you. The science of loss aversion and how to use it to beat procrastination.
Why Can't I Focus? 7 Reasons You're Struggling (And How to Fix Each)
Struggling to concentrate even when you want to? Here are the real reasons behind your focus problems—and specific solutions for each.
How to Beat Procrastination: What Actually Works (According to Science)
Procrastination isn't laziness—it's an emotion regulation problem. Here are the evidence-based methods that actually help.
Commitment Devices: The Psychology Hack That Makes Goals Stick
Why do some people achieve their goals while others fail? The secret might be commitment devices—here's how they work and how to use them.
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