Manage Sci February 2014 PMID 25843979

Holding the Hunger Games Hostage at the Gym: An Evaluation of Temptation Bundling.

Katherine L Milkman, Julia A Minson, Kevin G M Volpp

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Peak: 4 in Aug 2019
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Overall, the discussions reflect a positive reception and keen interest in the concept of temptation bundling, exemplified by comments praising its simplicity and effectiveness, such as listening to audiobooks during workouts, and references to related theories like nudges. The tone varies from enthusiastic support to cautious critique, illustrating diverse perspectives on its societal and ethical implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the validity of the research on temptation bundling, highlighting its effectiveness and potential benefits.

InterestHigh interest

Posts exhibit high curiosity about the concept, with many referencing studies and related ideas like nudge theory, signaling strong engagement.

EngagementHigh engagement

Multiple posts delve into details such as the methodology, potential applications, and implications, indicating deep involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the ideas are praised, some discussions question ethical considerations and broader societal impacts, suggesting moderate perceived influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The study introduces temptation bundling as a method to simultaneously address self-control issues by combining immediate, pleasurable experiences like audiobooks with longer-term beneficial behaviors like exercising.
  • A field experiment was conducted where participants were assigned to different groups: one with gym-only access to tempting audiobooks, another with limited access, and a control group, measuring the impact on gym attendance and self-control.
  • Results showed that participants with access to tempting audiobooks visited the gym more frequently initially, and after the experiment, a majority were willing to pay for continued gym-only audiobook access, indicating a demand for such commitment devices.]

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EvoSapiens FR (ex Homo Fabulus)
@EvoSapiensFR · X

Pour en savoir plus sur le #nudge : https://t.co/GikcPyUZNC La méta-analyse: https://t.co/RC4EoCnYHf Un résumé : https://t.co/V1MvJJcrWg

Aug 3, 2019 · 10 likes · 9,645 followers View post →
EvoSapiens FR (ex Homo Fabulus)
@EvoSapiensFR · X

On me demande ce que nudge veut dire : https://t.co/GikcPyUZNC On me reproche l'anglicisme et on me propose des traductions (incitation...). L'emploi d'un mot nouveau me semble approprié, vu les spécificités du nudge : peu coûteux, peu contraignant, dans l'intérêt des gens... https://t.co/I9NQ9TXEhj

Aug 6, 2019 · 7 likes · 9,645 followers View post →
Wendy Wood
@ProfWendyWood · X

Citation: https://t.co/7vWgSg18Al

Mar 8, 2021 · 6 likes · 6,590 followers View post →
Todd Jones
@toddrjones · X

Depending on how one feels about the two activities, this is an example of "temptation bundling" (https://t.co/NdXhCq91i8), introduced by @katy_milkman, @JuliaMinson, and @kevin_volpp.

Dec 8, 2019 · 4 likes · 14,060 followers View post →
Jonathan Howard
@staringispolite · X

@bradcoin @FriendDefault @rrhoover @BriceMo Hahaha this is great. See also: “Temptation Bundling” https://t.co/dNoj8i7Vhr

Jan 18, 2019 · 2 likes · 6,651 followers View post →
Science of Boosting
@ScienceBoosting · X

You can also read the scientific paper by @katy_milkman, @JuliaMinson and @kevin_volpp here: https://t.co/0gYV1GHlkD 3/3

Apr 17, 2023 · 2 likes · 412 followers View post →

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Eddy
@Eddygreen52 · X

Holding the Hunger Games Hostage at the Gym: An Evaluation of Temptation Bundling | Management Science This awesome paper talks about a technique for building new habits called "temptation bundling." Pairing things we don't like with things we do. https://t.co/BYxuyhTiOk

Sep 2, 2024 · 20 followers View post →
Science of Boosting
@ScienceBoosting · X

You can also read the scientific paper by @katy_milkman, @JuliaMinson and @kevin_volpp here: https://t.co/0gYV1GHlkD 3/3

Apr 17, 2023 · 2 likes · 412 followers View post →
Memory Repository
@MemoryRep · X

Referenced study: https://t.co/otSNeTh0K9 The researchers surveyed university students for 'addictive' fiction books. And the most popular choices were The Hunger Games trilogy. They were included in the audiobook choices.

Dec 12, 2022 · 93 followers View post →
Jean CAYEUX
@jeancayeux · X

RT @HomoFabulus: Variation du nudge de la mouche, vu dans un bar à Nantes. Tirage au sort ce week-end pour qui n'a pas encore commenté son…

Nov 30, 2022 · 8 shares · 14,378 followers View post →
Jean CAYEUX
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Nov 30, 2022 · 14,378 followers View post →
Gaurav Nayyar
@gauravnay_ar · X

Liked on YouTube: 10 Tiny Ways to Make Your Life Easier (Today) https://t.co/VY3z2Ejj3f

Nov 9, 2022 · 211 followers View post →
SunCheeks
@s_Queequeg · X

Oct 23, 2022 · 44 followers View post →
INFORMS
@INFORMS · X

The most popular journal article last month was, Holding the Hunger Games Hostage at the Gym: An Evaluation of Temptation Bundling | Management Science https://t.co/5htYHj41Qi #INFORMS #exercise #behaviorchange #workouts #selfcare #orms #analytics #managementscience https://t.co/MI5BLa1uqS

Jul 5, 2022 · 1 like · 12,998 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Bundle your temptations! What!? Combine “want” experiences (reading a book) with “should” behaviours (#exercise)… audiobooks! Those who listened to audiobooks at the gym increased their visits by more than 50% https://t.co/2O7UB12dBU

Jul 9, 2021 · 1 like · 23,914 followers View post →
yepyou
@hugobatteur · X

@ChoisyRomain petit thread de réaction très pertinent et que je partage! Dans la même réflexion, je suppose que tu as déjà vu cette vidéo ? (à 13min08sec pour les critiques du nudge) https://t.co/Ok66ocsR5p

Mar 15, 2021 · 42 followers View post →
Wendy Wood
@ProfWendyWood · X

Citation: https://t.co/7vWgSg18Al

Mar 8, 2021 · 6 likes · 6,590 followers View post →
La Bile
@LaBile_philo · X

Une amende pour empêcher de circuler c'est de la contrainte mais comme il suffit de se remplir soi-même une attestation pour pouvoir se déplacer, est-ce qu'on ne serait pas plutôt dans le registre du nudge voire du dark pattern ? https://t.co/3keTtFf7Fm

Mar 16, 2020 · 1,212 followers View post →
Tage Rai
@tage_rai · X

@jenniferdoleac Not the worst idea- https://t.co/UwSWbocSu5

Feb 28, 2020 · 1 like · 8,050 followers View post →
Susannah Hume
@SusSumHum · X

@StirBSC Three favs (not just for the names!): -- Holding the Hunger Games Hostage https://t.co/pQ5RHvVBMD -- Strangers on a Plane: https://t.co/fZ0BYXy6Do -- Warning - you are about to be nudged: https://t.co/lrohjqZUfB

Jan 20, 2020 · 1 like · 705 followers View post →
Todd Jones
@toddrjones · X

Depending on how one feels about the two activities, this is an example of "temptation bundling" (https://t.co/NdXhCq91i8), introduced by @katy_milkman, @JuliaMinson, and @kevin_volpp.

Dec 8, 2019 · 4 likes · 14,060 followers View post →
EvoSapiens FR (ex Homo Fabulus)
@EvoSapiensFR · X

On me demande ce que nudge veut dire : https://t.co/GikcPyUZNC On me reproche l'anglicisme et on me propose des traductions (incitation...). L'emploi d'un mot nouveau me semble approprié, vu les spécificités du nudge : peu coûteux, peu contraignant, dans l'intérêt des gens... https://t.co/I9NQ9TXEhj

Aug 6, 2019 · 7 likes · 9,645 followers View post →
EvoSapiens FR (ex Homo Fabulus)
@EvoSapiensFR · X

@seb_lanau https://t.co/GikcPyUZNC

Aug 3, 2019 · 9,645 followers View post →
EvoSapiens FR (ex Homo Fabulus)
@EvoSapiensFR · X

@MorganP05872932 @scousson @pierrechandon Dans mon 3e tweet, "pour en savoir plus sur le nudge: https://t.co/GikcPyUZNC"

Aug 3, 2019 · 1 like · 9,645 followers View post →
EvoSapiens FR (ex Homo Fabulus)
@EvoSapiensFR · X

Pour en savoir plus sur le #nudge : https://t.co/GikcPyUZNC La méta-analyse: https://t.co/RC4EoCnYHf Un résumé : https://t.co/V1MvJJcrWg

Aug 3, 2019 · 10 likes · 9,645 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Embrace the concept of temptation bundling: combine “want” experiences (reading a book) with “should” behaviours (#exercise)… audiobooks! Those who were able to listen to audiobooks at the gym increased their visits by more than 50% https://t.co/2O7UB1jP0u

Jul 15, 2019 · 1 like · 23,914 followers View post →
Nate Apathy
@NateApathy · X

@dynarski Check out @katy_milkman's work on temptation bundling! https://t.co/oliAUjUAPJ https://t.co/xHBY2oJkW1

Apr 4, 2019 · 1 like · 1,008 followers View post →
Shaomi
@shaomiao · X

https://t.co/vrPZf1hfIK

Jan 25, 2019 · 1,024 followers View post →
Jonathan Howard
@staringispolite · X

@bradcoin @FriendDefault @rrhoover @BriceMo Hahaha this is great. See also: “Temptation Bundling” https://t.co/dNoj8i7Vhr

Jan 18, 2019 · 2 likes · 6,651 followers View post →