Impulsiveness Quote by David DiSalvo
““why we repeatedly convince ourselves that we've overcome impulsiveness and can stop avoiding our worst temptations.1 This particular tendency toward self-deception is what psychologists call restraint bias,””
About This Quote
Source Article: Cognitive Biases, David DiSalvo, 2020
People often deceive themselves into thinking they have self‑control, a phenomenon known as restraint bias.
In simple terms: We fool ourselves about self‑control.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge restraint bias.
Themes
self‑deception
bias
self‑control
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
psychological
educational
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- health habits
- addiction recovery
- goal setting
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral economics
cognitive science
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits do you claim to control but don’t?
- How can you test your true level of self‑control?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can be reinforced by social reinforcement.
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