The Willpower Instinct (Hardcover Book)

The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of It by Kelly McGonigal "The Willpower Instinct" combines the latest research from psychology, economics, neuroscience, and medicine to explain what willpower is, how it works, and why it matters. Readers will learn that willpower is a trainable mind-body response, not an unlimited resource, and discover strategies for improving self-control through mindfulness, exercise, nutrition, and sleep, while understanding the impact of stress, temptation, guilt, and social influences. This groundbreaking book offers practical advice and exercises for achieving goals like weight loss, better health, and increased productivity. Format: Hardcover Language: English ISBN: 1583334386 ISBN13: 9781583334386 Release Date: December 2011 Publisher: Avery Publishing Group Length: 288 Pages Weight: 1.05 lbs. Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.2" x 9.0" Age Range: 18 years and up Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher