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When a behavior leads to something rewarding, the brain takes note and begins building a habit around it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"inmi-source\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/food-junkie\/202607\/why-cravings-feel-powerful-the-neuroscience-of-habit-loops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Life \u2013 Love \u2013 Relationships \u2013 rss.apps \u2192 Psychology Today \u2014 Relationships<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our brains are constantly looking for ways to make our lives easier. 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