About the Project, Program & FAQ
About the Project
Gamification turns the boring task of expense tracking into a mini-game: maintain a streak, earn a badge, reach a new level, outperform friends in savings. It works — people actually track their budgets more consistently and for longer periods. However, behind these benefits lie psychological traps.
Research on gamification in personal finance (2022–2026 publications in Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Economics, International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, CHI Play, Frontiers in Psychology) shows that:
- Streaks and rewards increase short-term engagement by 40–70%
- Breaking a streak often leads to shame and abandonment of the tool
- Social comparison in apps can increase anxiety and feelings of inadequacy
- External rewards gradually replace intrinsic motivation
We will not compare apps or claim which one motivates better. Instead, we will analyze how game mechanics reshape the brain in financial contexts, why they both help and harm, and what mindful approaches allow people to benefit from gamification without becoming dependent on external rewards or guilt.
The project is strictly educational and does not promote products, services, or commercial solutions.
This project does not promote any budgeting apps, gamified financial tools, productivity platforms, investment services, or commercial applications.
The webinar is provided for educational purposes only. The invited expert participates as a guest contributor.
Event Format
Two online sessions
60–75 minutes each
Research-based analysis
Theoretical foundations
Interactive polls
Participant engagement
Real-time exercises
Hands-on practice
Practical recommendations
For personal practice
Session Program
Session 1 — April 21, 2026
How Gamification Influences the Brain and Shapes Financial Habits
Topics include:
- Dopamine loops, streaks, and external rewards
- The "streak break" effect and shame response
- Short-term vs long-term motivation in budgeting
Session 2 — April 27, 2026
Mindful Use of Gamification Without Dependency or Guilt
Topics include:
- Identifying manipulative elements in apps
- Restoring intrinsic motivation after external rewards
- Self-compassion practices during setbacks or missed streaks
Invited Expert
Subject Matter Expert • Invited Guest Contributor
The invited expert is an experienced specialist in gamification psychology, behavioral economics, and the development of financial habits using digital tools.
The expert has knowledge of dopamine loops, intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation, and the emotional consequences of gamified budgeting systems.
They have participated in research and educational initiatives and provide materials based on verified scientific studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the project is strictly educational.
No.
No. The webinar focuses on psychology, not app reviews.
Yes.
An educational initiative with participation from an invited expert.
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No.
Name and email only.
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Yes, every email contains an unsubscribe option.
The link is sent by email 24 hours before the event.
Yes. The material is useful for anyone interested in how gamification affects behavior.
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