Fys: Minding the Gap: Understanding the Design of Habit
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There is a painful gap between what people want and what they actually do,” writes Stanford psychologist B.J. Fogg. What accounts for this gap? Why do we pursue activities that seem to work in opposition to our goals? How can we develop habits and practices that align with our values, identities, and aspirations? Drawing on readings in psychology, economics, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and philosophy, this seminar will explore these questions and the broader relationship between habits (what we do), values (what we believe), and personal and professional aspiration (who we hope to become). Students will use design thinking and behavior design to their own lives to learn habits, make decisions, and develop plans for their time at Hopkins that are aligned with their values, identities, and aspirations in a manner that supports their mental and physical well-being.
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