“Research shows that people who think they have the most willpower are actually the most likely to lose control when tempted.1 For example, smokers who are the most optimistic about their ability to resist temptation are the most likely to… — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
“Although dieting is a long standing American pastime, as a method of losing weight it stinks.” — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
“you’re going to abandon in a week, and there’s no scientific consensus about how much exercise you need to do. A 2010 analysis” — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
Chasing meaning is better for your health than trying to avoid discomfort. — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
Go after what it is that creates meaning in your life and then trust yourself to handle the stress that follows. — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
“Ask your brain to do math every day, and it gets better at math. Ask your brain to worry, and it gets better at… — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
The is a secret for greater self-control, the science points to one thing: the power of paying attention. — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
For most of us, the classic test of willpower is resisting temptation, whether the temptress is a doughnut, a cigarette, a clearance sale, or… — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
“Stress and meaning are inextricably linked. You don’t stress out about things you don’t care about, and you can’t create a meaningful life without… — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
“Meditation is not about getting rid of all your thoughts; it’s learning not to get so lost in them that you forget what your… — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
The development of willpower -I will, I won't and I want- may define what it means to be human. — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
When your mind is preoccupied, your impulses—not your long-term goals—will guide your choices. — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
“Though our survival system doesn’t always work to our advantage, it is a mistake to think we should conquer the primitive self completely.” — Kelly McGonigal Copy Share Image
