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"The Willpower Instinct" by Kelly McGonigal is a compelling read that delves into the science of self-control and how to harness it for personal growth. McGonigal, a renowned health psychologist, combines research findings with practical advice to help readers understand the mechanisms of willpower. This book is not just for those struggling with self-discipline; it's for anyone looking to enhance their productivity, improve their relationships, or achieve their goals. By integrating concepts from psychology, neuroscience, and mindfulness, McGonigal provides actionable strategies that can be implemented in daily life. Readers will find engaging stories and relatable examples that make the science behind willpower accessible and applicable. Whether you're trying to stick to a diet, quit a bad habit, or simply become more focused, this book offers the tools you need to succeed.Recommended by influential figures like Peter Thiel and Michael Pollan, "The Willpower Instinct" has garnered endorsements from a diverse group of activists, authors, and entrepreneurs. This group is characterized by their commitment to personal development and societal impact, suggesting that the book resonates strongly with those who strive for excellence in various fields. The overlap in recommendations from these accomplished individuals highlights the book's relevance to anyone seeking to improve their self-control and overall well-being.
Based on Stanford University psychologist Kelly McGonigal's wildly popular course "The Science of Willpower," The Willpower Instinct is the first book to explain the science of self-control and how it can be harnessed to improve our health, happiness, and productivity.
Informed by the latest research and combining cutting-edge insights from psychology, economics, neuroscience, and medicine, The Willpower Instinct explains exactly what willpower is, how it works, and why it matters. For example, readers will learn:
- Willpower is a mind-body response, not a virtue. It is a biological function that can be improved through mindfulness, exercise, nutrition, and sleep.
- Willpower is not an unlimited resource. Too much self-control can actually be bad for your health.
- Temptation and stress hijack the brain's systems of self-control, but the brain can be trained for greater willpower
- Guilt and shame over your setbacks lead to giving in again, but self-forgiveness and self-compassion boost self-control.
- Giving up control is sometimes the only way to gain self-control.
- Willpower failures are contagious—you can catch the desire to overspend or overeat from your friends—but you can also catch self-control from the right role models.
In the groundbreaking tradition of Getting Things Done, The Willpower Instinct combines life-changing prescriptive advice and complementary exercises to help readers with goals ranging from losing weight to more patient parenting, less procrastination, better health, and greater productivity at work.
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"The better book on will power."- Jane McGonigal
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