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Roy Baumeister: Free Will, The Self, Ego, Will Power

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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The Strength of Willpower

This chapter examines willpower as a muscle that can be strengthened through consistent self-control practices. It discusses the relationship between self-control, habits, and productivity, weaving in personal experiences and research findings about procrastination and personality traits. Additionally, the chapter highlights the nuanced effects of willpower in various environments, revealing surprising insights about the consequences of low self-discipline.

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