Use Consciousness to Interfere

Behavior Change Strategies

This strategy involves making users consciously aware of their automatic behaviors so they can choose to act differently. By inserting a moment of reflection between cue and response, you break the automaticity.

Think of it as adding a "speed bump" in the habit loop — a pause that lets conscious decision-making (System 2) override automatic responses (System 1).

Example: A spending tracker that shows "You've already spent $127 on dining this week" before you order food delivery.

Quiz

Pass: 3/3 correct

1. This strategy works by activating which thinking system?

2. Which is an example of using consciousness to interfere?

3. What risk comes from overusing consciousness-raising prompts?

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