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Automate the Act of Repetition

Behavior Change Strategies

Automating repetition removes the burden of repeated actions by having the system handle them. Once the user sets a preference or pattern, the system takes over.

This reduces decision fatigue, saves time, and ensures consistency. It converts a repeated conscious choice into a one-time setup.

Example: Subscription services (auto-replenishment), recurring bill payments, saved payment methods, or scheduled social media posts.

Quiz

Pass: 3/3 correct

1. Automating repetition primarily helps reduce:

2. Which is an example of 'smart automation'?

3. A key design guideline for automation is: