What makes goal-setting apps motivate - or backfire?
December 22, 2025
December 22, 2025
ITHACA, New York, Dec. 22 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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What makes goal-setting apps motivate - or backfire?
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With the new year approaching, millions of people will turn to apps to help them get fit, save money or learn something new. Yet digital tools designed to help individuals achieve goals can sometimes backfire and actually demotivate an individual. Consider a fitness app that allows users to compare their perfor . . .
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What makes goal-setting apps motivate - or backfire?
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With the new year approaching, millions of people will turn to apps to help them get fit, save money or learn something new. Yet digital tools designed to help individuals achieve goals can sometimes backfire and actually demotivate an individual. Consider a fitness app that allows users to compare their perfor . . .