"If you need to use Esc to force an app to close, you can switch to another app and try Option-Command-Escape. You can also choose Apple menu > Force Quit."
https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT207358
Yes but I'm thinking of the type of scheme people use to lose weight. "If I dont lose 3 pounds this month I'll owe you $10" but for email or media usage
A premium for checking email is an interesting concept, I could see people wanting to sign up for this now as a way to reduce the compulsive need to check for new emails