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Managing Pain and Memories
1:02:04 - 1:07:40 (05:36)
The way we remember a pain is conscious of how the pain ends. Adding a positive finishing experience can improve the memory of the entire experience.
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The host shares his experience on how to build habits without relying on discipline by using an app called Habit Share, which allows users to compete with each other and keep each other accountable.
1:02:04 - 1:02:51 (00:46)
Summary
The host shares his experience on how to build habits without relying on discipline by using an app called Habit Share, which allows users to compete with each other and keep each other accountable.
ChapterManaging Pain and Memories
Episode#095 - George MacGill - Mental Models 102 - The Decision Strikes Back
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of anchoring suggests that first impressions matter and when someone posits a price to you, you make everything else relative to that.
1:02:51 - 1:03:39 (00:48)
Summary
The concept of anchoring suggests that first impressions matter and when someone posits a price to you, you make everything else relative to that. An example of anchoring from the economist's pricing strategy is provided where three subscription options were provided and the option with the highest price was used as an anchor, leading to higher sales in the lower-priced options.
ChapterManaging Pain and Memories
Episode#095 - George MacGill - Mental Models 102 - The Decision Strikes Back
PodcastModern Wisdom
Memories can have a significant impact on pain perception, as seen in studies where patients reported lower levels of pain despite objective measures showing otherwise.
1:03:39 - 1:07:40 (04:00)
Summary
Memories can have a significant impact on pain perception, as seen in studies where patients reported lower levels of pain despite objective measures showing otherwise. By creating positive memories, we can better manage pain in the present and future.