The Effort Heuristic

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Have you ever noticed how a hand-knitted scarf feels warmer than a mass-produced one, or how a home-cooked meal seems tastier than takeout? This is not mere sentimentality at play. It's a testament to the Effort Heuristic, a cognitive bias deeply ingrained in our decision-making processes.

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