Willpower

“What stress really does is deplete willpower, which in turn reduces your ability to control your emotions.”
Self-control determines whether we see our plans through to the end – or give in to temptation. Why is it so hard to stick to a diet, stop procrastinating, or save money, even when we know exactly what we should be doing? Roy F. Baumeister, one of the world's most cited psychologists, and science journalist John Tierney combine cutting-edge research with clear explanations to show how willpower works – and why it's key to every aspect of our lives. Based on decades of research, they reveal how our mental “energy” functions, why it gets depleted, how to train it, and how to set goals so that we actually achieve them. The book offers practical strategies for resisting temptation, improving focus, strengthening discipline, and changing daily habits. An entertaining, readable, and scientifically-grounded book that changes the way we look at willpower – showing that it can be systematically developed.