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The Trigger-Reaction-Reward Cycle 🍩

“People do not lack strength; they lack will.” — Victor Hugo

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Ryan Puusaari
Jan 08, 2025
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“Changing habits isn’t about sheer willpower. Forget that nonsense. It’s about figuring out the loop—what sets you off, what you crave, how you react, and the payoff that keeps you coming back. Your habits are not random; they are meticulously reinforced patterns seeking purpose. Hungry for meaning.”

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