Goal-setting and self-control

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@krisgulati @florianederer It’s also possible that excess optimism could set an ambitious reference point that helps motivation and overcome self control problems. Eg this model has rational expectations but does show the value of strategic expectations.…

@yesimorhun Related theory paper by Alice Hsiaw on how people use reference points (that come from expectations so avoiding info could be relevant) for motivation. https://t.co/6sQhQJVVZ9 There are some experimental papers among citations that might …

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