October
01
"It's all right letting yourself go, as long as you can get yourself back." ~Mick Jagger
New research suggests self-control can be improved using abstract reasoning.
Temptation comes in many forms, often so potent, so animal, that it seems impossible to resist. Eating too much, drinking too much, spending too much or letting the heart rule the head. We get instant messages from deep in the gut that resonate through the mind, trying to dictate our behaviour.
This post covers:
- Evidence that abstract thinking improves self-control.
- How personality and the situation affect self-control.
- How to improve your self-control.