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Even if the ingredients are identical, a remedy for "back pain" can be more effective than a generic painkiller.
Specific actions and solutions feel "designed-for-purpose", and the psychological effect can enhance the more 'real' benefits.
In medicine, it's similar to the very real benefits of a placebo.

But it's also true for digital products. Specific actions can feel better, more satisfying and more intentional.
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To contextualise just how much you listen to a particular artist, Spotify will tell you a specific global rank.

In your yearly recap, Strava will contextualise how you’ve done compared to their other users.

If you extend your streak early in the day, Duolingo will reward you by telling you how well you did compared to everyone else.
