“I wish I had more willpower.” How often do we hear this? The reality is that we all have a finite amount of willpower. It’s how we choose to use it that determines whether we run out of it and indulge, or if we are able to remain strong in the face of temptations. [Read more…] about Conserve Willpower With Healthy Habits
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I define willpower as the strength of will to carry out one’s decisions, plans and dreams. We can increase our willpower and likelihood to carry out our decisions, plans and dreams by creating habits and following through with commitments. Building our willpower is like exercising a muscle. The more we work it, the stronger it will become. Consequently, this will increase our confidence that the decisions we make, the plans we set and the dreams we desire will come to fruition. It is said to be one of the best predictors of success in health, wealth, happiness and love. Kelly McGonigal, author of The Willpower Instinct, states that willpower is a mind-body response that can be harnessed to improve our health, happiness, and productivity. [Read more…] about Exercise Your Willpower Muscle