Simple rules and commitments—like not eating before noon, avoiding sugar entirely, or holding stocks for a minimum of 5 years—are powerful commitment devices that reduce willpower drain and behavioral error by eliminating daily decision-making and the temptation to rationalize exceptions.

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William Green

Evidence Quote

giving yourself a simple rule that you can't break is actually a really helpful thing

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Richer, Wiser, Happier Q1 2023 | What We Learned From Ray Dalio & Charlie Munger (TIP538)The Investor’s Podcast
Created: 8/10/2026, 11:05:15 PM

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