EnduranceThe etymology of the word Endurane goes back to late 15th century where it was used to denote ‘continued existence or ability to last’…Jan 30, 20221Jan 30, 20221
Super Randonneur — 2I was never keen on doing a BRM. First, I never knew what that was and secondly the kms of distance (200, 300, 400, 600) looked really…Jan 16, 2022Jan 16, 2022
Peripatetic lifeI led a peripatetic life. We moved places once in three years since childhood — from one small town to another in different parts of…Aug 30, 2021Aug 30, 2021
Super RandonneurI had a fascination for a Bianchi bicycle early on during my high-school days. I got the sting of it when I saw the riders with these…Jun 28, 2021Jun 28, 2021
Tracking HabitsTrackers like Strava tell you where you stand with respect to your physical exercises like jogging, running, swimminng, Cycling and so on…Jun 25, 2021Jun 25, 2021
Habits and NeuronsDonald Hebb a neuropsychologist mentioned that Neurons that fire together wire together. Once wired they are easily expressed. This is what…Jun 23, 2021Jun 23, 2021
DopamineDopamine is released not only when you experience pleasure, but also when you anticipate it. Gambling addicts have a dopamine spike right…Jun 20, 2021Jun 20, 2021
Supernormal StimuliA supernormal stimulus or superstimulus is an exaggerated version of a stimulus to which there is an existing response tendency, or any…Jun 20, 2021Jun 20, 2021
Habits and EnvironmentIts very difficult to stick to rewarding habits in an environment that is not conducive for producing them. The same applies for bad habits…Jun 20, 2021Jun 20, 2021
Choice ArchitectureFor a behavior to happen we need context and environment. There is a subtle environmental determinism on certain behaviors. You write more…Jun 18, 2021Jun 18, 2021
