Principlev1

Reduce activation energy of habits to near-zero for fallback

Reduce activation energy of habits to near-zero for fallback versions, as disruption depletes the cognitive resources required to overcome high initiation costs.

Why This Is a Principle

Grounded in Directed Attention as Depletable Resource (cognitive resources deplete under stress), Behavior occurs when three elements converge simultaneously: (behavior requires motivation, ability, and prompt), and Behavior follows the path of least resistance due to the (behavior follows least resistance). The principle prescribes designing low-activation fallbacks specifically because disruption attacks the ability component of the MAP model. It is actionable, general across habits, and derived rather than foundational.

Source Lessons

L-1162

Resilient behaviors survive disruption

Design your habits to be robust enough to withstand common disruptions.

Connections

Derived From (3)

AxiomDirected Attention as Depletable Resource AxiomBehavior occurs when three elements converge simultaneously:AxiomBehavior follows the path of least resistance due to the

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