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Claire Donovan

Claire covers the intersection of habits, routines and everyday wellbeing. She writes for people who want to make lasting changes without overhauling their whole life, and draws on behavioural research to explain why small shifts often matter more than big ones.

Habits and lifestyle writer, page 5 of 8

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How to Get Into Turn-Based Strategy Games

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How to Get Into Time Management Games

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How to Build Good Habits Through Gaming

Games are remarkably good at forming habits, keeping us coming back through clear goals, rewards, and steady progress.

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What a Boss Fight Is in Games

A boss fight is a major battle in a game against a powerful, important enemy, often marking the climax of a section or the end...

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Why We Love Underdog Stories in Games

Among the most beloved stories games tell are underdog tales, in which a weak, unlikely hero rises against overwhelming odds to...

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