Level 4
Very Unethical
Commitment devices and rules you can't wiggle out of. These require more upfront planning and structure, creating systems that make it harder to make poor decisions in the moment.
Planning
Pre-Commit Your Groceries
Shop with a fixed list and no “just in case” snacks.
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Habit Design
Closed Kitchen Cutoff
Pick a nightly cutoff time and treat it like a meeting.
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Psychological Hacks
The Visual Deception
Maximize surface area to trick the brain into thinking there’s more food.
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Psychological Hacks
The Identity Reframe
Lie to yourself until it becomes a personality trait.
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Sensory Boredom
The Monotony Loop
Eat the exact same lunch for 30 days to kill craving rewards.
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