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The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal

How self-control works and how to get more of it.

Overview

Kelly McGonigal explains the science of willpower—what depletes it and what strengthens it. The book is based on her popular Stanford course.

Our take

More practical than most willpower books. Each chapter has exercises to try. The insight that willpower is like a muscle you can train is both encouraging and actionable.

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The Willpower Instinct

Kelly McGonigal · $$

Paperback, Kindle, and audiobook available.

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