“The consequences of an act affect the probability of its occurring again”
— B. F. Skinner
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When something happens as a result of our actions, it changes how likely we are to do that thing again. For example, if a child is praised for cleaning their room, they are more likely to clean their room again because they liked the praise. On the other hand, if a person eats some food and gets sick, they are less likely to eat that food again to avoid feeling bad. This idea shows that rewards and punishments can shape our behavior. By understanding this, people can try to repeat actions that lead to good outcomes and avoid those that lead to bad ones. This concept is useful in areas like parenting, teaching, and personal development to encourage good habits and discourage bad ones.
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