Recovery speed from broken commitments matters more than

Why This Is a Principle

This principle derives from Human memory under stress and cognitive load is unreliable (memory under stress is unreliable for execution), Exponential Information Decay (decay rate), and Self-efficacy beliefs are formed primarily through mastery (self-efficacy from mastery experiences). It prescribes what to optimize for in commitment systems: rapid recovery rather than flawless execution. This is actionable guidance that follows from the axioms about human cognitive limitations and learning mechanisms.