Why Dark UX Fails (and What to Do Instead)

I just released a new episode diving into something we’ve all run into: confirm shaming. Those guilt-driven prompts apps use to push us into the choice they want.

Sure, these dark patterns can boost quick numbers… but they absolutely destroy long-term trust, retention, and community. In the episode, I unpack real examples (some wild ones), the psychology behind them, and how ethical, game-inspired design can motivate users without manipulating them.

If your product or community relies on behavior change, this episode will give you a clearer path to ethical motivation that actually works.

👉 Watch the episode and let me know in the comments:

Have you ever been “confirm shamed” by an app? What did it say?

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