habitloop
nounUK /ˈhæbɪtluːp/
US /ˈhæbɪtluːp/
A habit loop is a pattern your brain follows to make a habit happen again and again.
Brushing your teeth every night is a habit loop that keeps your teeth healthy.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A three-step cycle of cue, routine, and reward that shapes automatic behavior.
Understanding the habit loop helped her replace snacking with drinking water.
3. A repeating sequence in a game or app that players follow to earn rewards.
The game's habit loop keeps players coming back each day.
4. A training method that repeats an action until it becomes automatic.
Coaches use a habit loop to help athletes build muscle memory.