
Is Self-Control Overrated?
The Art of Manliness
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Rethinking Self-Control: Resource or Choice?
This chapter explores the Resource Model of Self-Control, examining the idea that self-control is a finite resource affected by factors like ego depletion and decision fatigue. It critiques traditional views by presenting studies that suggest motivation and belief in one's energy levels play a more significant role in self-regulation than previously acknowledged. The discussion ultimately challenges the notion of self-control as a limited resource, proposing that it is closely tied to personal choices and prioritization.
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