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While completing a timed activity on Timespent, you'll see a random motivational quote.
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Variable Rewards are unpredictable rewards that boost motivation and habit. Here, random motivational quotes make each timed activity on Timespent feel fresh, nudging users to keep going.
User Delight is about small, joyful moments that shape how users feel. Timespentās quotes add a cheerful spark to a routine timer, making the experience more enjoyable and memorable.
Gamification uses playful elements to drive engagement. Showing motivational quotes during timed tasks adds a game-like reward, which can help users stick with their habits on Timespent.
Duolingo uses a similar pattern, giving users surprise messages when they break a record. Both use unexpected rewards to spark motivation and make users want to return.
Superlist plays a random chime when a task is checked off. Both Superlist and Timespent use small, variable rewards to create a satisfying feedback loop and encourage repeat use.
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Posted 23/11/2025
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