Relationships Made Easy 187. 5 Research-Backed Ways to Have More Self-Discipline and Self-Control
Apr 11, 2022
Explore how self-discipline, grit, and willpower can lead to a happier and healthier life. Discover research-backed strategies to improve self-control and the emotional impact of daily setbacks. Learn about the importance of habits, mindful planning, and making gradual lifestyle changes for long-term success. Hear tips on managing stress and boosting emotional resilience through mindfulness. Embrace positivity and self-awareness as keys to personal growth, along with practical resources for support.
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Willpower Defined
- Willpower is your ability to delay gratification, resisting temptations now for future goals.
- It's an internal conflict between wanting to do something you shouldn't or not wanting to do something you should.
Self-Control's Impact
- Studies show self-control is key to a happy life, impacting health, relationships, and success.
- Two studies tracking kids over decades revealed that higher self-control led to better life outcomes.
Marshmallow Experiment
- The marshmallow experiment offered kids one marshmallow now or two later, testing delayed gratification.
- Kids who waited had better outcomes in adulthood, highlighting the long-term benefits of self-control.
