Principlev1PR-1494
When a habit substitution fails, return to craving…
When a habit substitution fails, return to craving identification rather than blaming willpower, because failure indicates the substitute addressed the wrong reward category.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from axioms about dopamine prediction (When a habit forms, neural activity spikes at the cue…), wanting/liking separation (Wanting and liking are neurologically distinct systems…), and learning from prediction error (Learning occurs when outcomes differ from predictions…). Prescribes diagnostic interpretation of failure. Actionable for iterative habit modification.