effort justification

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Psychological phenomenon where effort increases perceived value of outcome

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Molly WattsAlcohol Minimalist: Mindful Drinking & Behavior Change · Think Thursday: The Effort Paradox · 4:17 · 6 Aug
…This is known as effort justification, and it is often explained through the theory of cognitive dissonance.…
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