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The Myths and Truths About Willpower Depletion
Willpower is not a limited resource, contrary to the popular belief of having a limited amount of willpower. The concept of ego depletion, which suggests that we run out of willpower like a phone running out of battery, has been debunked by recent research. Studies have shown that the only people who experience ego depletion are those who believe that willpower is a limited resource. This belief of limited willpower can lead to self-limiting thoughts and behaviors. Therefore, our willpower is not limited unless we believe it to be.
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