Relying on technology for habit formation a reliable solution?
By Anish Asokan
@RevivedWarrior (3730)
India
February 10, 2025 11:42am CST
Some of my friends have started using apps for creating new habits. Waking up early, exercising and food control, upskilling and expense monitoring are most of the things they are using the apps for. They say the apps are AI driven and set reminders and bring accountability. Some of the apps do provide daily motivation and they say it helps them to stay consistent.
I on the other hand feel that we are over depending on technology especially when it comes to habit formation. Notifications can sometimes be distractions and not positive reinforcements. Plus, for habit creation -intrinsic motivation and personal commitment is what is needed and not adherence to digital tools. Using the digital tools should be like an aid.
So what is your opinion - Relying on technology for habit formation a reliable solution?
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@RevivedWarrior (3730)
• India
12 Feb
Well, I agree on the alarm clock. Entirely depending on other apps is something I was not sure if its good to go in that direction.
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@rakski (135632)
• Philippines
11 Feb
@RevivedWarrior true, even you use so many apps but that person is not willing to do it at a particular time, the apps cannot do anything
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@RevivedWarrior (3730)
• India
11 Feb
Exactly- It is determination of the person to suceed that counts. The apps can just aid and nothing more.
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@allknowing (144386)
• India
10 Feb
If it helps one can make use of technology After all it is for one's good that it is used.
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@RevivedWarrior (3730)
• India
11 Feb
You are right- it depends on the person who uses the same.
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@kaylachan (77148)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
10 Feb
I think it depends on the person, or the app. I am blind, so I use technology to read and write and keep track of my schedule. If used correctly, apps can actually help you in your daily life. For example, some people need to up by a certian time of day. An alamr clock app, can make sure the person doesn't over sleep. Some are even designed to help the user wake up more naturally.
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@RevivedWarrior (3730)
• India
11 Feb
I definitely agree with your point.- it all depends on the person and the app. Well, some people overly depend on the app for their habits. I am not against depending on apps . It is just do not just overly depend on the apps for habit formation.
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@kaylachan (77148)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
11 Feb
@RevivedWarrior Some apps are necessary, not because we're dependant on them, but our brains are designed to only take so much info in. So, a calandar app is not a bad thing (and is handy for the person on the go), Or, as stated an alarm clock. While the body will naturally adapt to whatever sleeping routine, underlying circumstances beyond our control play a role so an alarm helps ensure we're getting up on time even if we have a bad night.
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@luisadannointed (7310)
• Philippines
12 Feb
I am not comfortable with it, I still have to rely on my hardbound planner to remind myself of my schedule and things to do for the day. I don't know, I got pressure when something keeps my gadget beeping. I don't know, I can't last doing my planning in my didgital planner, I need to write it on paper. hehehe. I think I am not that techy girl.
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@RevivedWarrior (3730)
• India
12 Feb
Overly depending on technology may not be helpful in long run. We definitely need to be self-reliant. Technology can aid us but cannot control us.
@RevivedWarrior (3730)
• India
11 Feb
Overly reliant on anythign results in issues. We definitely need to be accountable for own actions.
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