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Spaced Repetition can be used to program attention

Its original application is for learning, but the underlying mechanism is far more broadly applicable and can be fruitfully used in software interfaces and as a behavioral guide

Spaced Repetition can be used for inbox maintenance

You are employing the power of exponential backoff to deal with the flood of incoming items. For the most relevant things - you'll deal with them right away. For the things that you don't want to deal with now - you'll have an assurance that they'd rise to your attention again.

Spaced Repetition can be used to program attention

SRS is an effective way to direct your attention to something in a repeated manner, while harnessing the power of exponential backoff to insure that you are not getting overwhelmed.