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Mischel has proven that the ability to delay gratification is critical for a successful life, predicting higher SAT scores, better social and cognitive functioning, a healthier lifestyle and a greater sense of self-worth. But is willpower prewired, or can it be taught? He explains how self-control can be mastered and applied to challenges in everyday life, and changes the way you think about who we are and what we can be.
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"In his New York Times bestselling book Courage is Calling, author Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a bold and brave life. In this much-anticipated second book of his Stoic Virtue series, Holiday celebrates the awesome power of self-discipline and those who have seized it. To master anything, one must first master themselves-one's emotions, one's thoughts, one's actions. Eisenhower famously said that freedom is really the opportunity to practice...
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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...
Informed by the latest research and combining cutting-edge insights from psychology, economics, neuroscience, and medicine, The Willpower Instinct explains exactly...
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"Everyone gets mad sometimes. That's just part of being human. We aren't born with self-control. We have to learn what to do with our anger. Watching this DVD can encourage children to talk about their mad feelings. Building a warm relationship through open communication is one of the keys to helping your child learn how to handle mad feelings"--Container.
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SELF-CONTROL
Self-control affects almost every aspect of a happy and healthy life: exercising, eating well, avoiding alcohol and drugs, working more, studying more, and spending less. Self-control or willpower is something that separates humans from our ancient ancestors and the rest of the animal kingdom. Instead of responding to our immediate impulses, humans can evaluate, have the ability to plan, and can avoid doing things they will regret in...
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Discipline and the Power of Self-Control: Learn How to Develop the Power of Discipline and Transform Your Life
Discipline and self-control are essential qualities for success in all areas of life, including career, relationships, and personal growth. Yet, it can be challenging to develop these qualities and put them into practice consistently.
This audiobook is designed to help you understand the importance of discipline and self-control and provide...
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Based on The Science of Willpower, Stanford University's most popular psychology course, author Kelly McGonigal offers a new course called The Willpower Instinct which incorporates the latest insights from psychology, neurology, and economics for Stanford University's continuing education program.
Those who took the course said it changed their lives!
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Are you tired of being held back by self-sabotaging behaviors? Do you find yourself constantly giving in to instant gratification instead of staying focused on your goals?
If you're ready to break free from these internal limitations, it's time to master the art of self-control.
Success isn't just about talent or intelligence-it requires a powerful mindset and unwavering willpower. In Do The Hard Things First: Master Self-Control, renowned Personal...
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If you would like to improve your self-image, see yourself the way God sees you and take control of your life, then keep reading.
Nobody should go through life having a low opinion of themselves. In Psalm 139:13 - 14 we are reminded that God formed our inmost being. He knit us in our mother's womb. I praise you, because I am wonderfully made; wonderful are your works! The key is feeding your mind with the Word of God along with speaking out the Word...
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In any stage of recovery, the question arises again and again: "How do I just stop doing something that feels like such a fundamental part of my life?" In this illuminating video, Dr. Reid Hester, a leading expert in evidence-based substance abuse treatment, shares his philosophy that all our not-so-healthy addictions and bad habits--including heavy drinking, smoking, overeating, and procrastination--can be changed following the same basic principles....
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Start by considering physical activities that can contribute to mental development; for instance, the value of getting kids involved in activities that promote self-awareness and self-control such as tae kwon do or yoga. Learn principles of science that should be kept in mind when sifting through the flood of available advice and information about parenting.
18) Good different
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Seventh-grader Selah Godfrey knows that to be "normal" she has to keep her feelings tightly controlled when people are around, but after hitting a fellow student, she needs to figure out just what makes her different--and why that is ok. Told in verse.
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A practical guide to emotional resilience in modern life, managing anxiety and finding confidence, by a popular Nero-Linguistic Programmer, Pilates teacher and Transformational Life Coach.
The Anxiety Antidote makes understanding and dealing with anxiety easy and practical. The book offers tools and techniques that the reader can apply quickly on a daily basis, such as exercises on self-reflection, breath work, mindfulness and visualisation.
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The Anxiety Antidote makes understanding and dealing with anxiety easy and practical. The book offers tools and techniques that the reader can apply quickly on a daily basis, such as exercises on self-reflection, breath work, mindfulness and visualisation.
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Use Neuroscience to Raise an Awesome Person—Starting Now
Searching for a roadmap to raise a successful child who makes a positive difference in this world? Neuroscientist and mother Erin Clabough teaches that to thrive as adults, children need to learn self-regulation, a master life skill founded in empathy, creativity, and self-control. The lack of even one of these intertwined skills underlies nearly all of the parenting
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