Willpower is your "self-control muscle" that helps us commit to, and complete, our goals.
Like all muscles, willpower needs to be trained. Start with something small: perhaps giving up a snack for a piece of fruit or hold-off checking your Facebook account during work hours. Set yourself a goal and concentrate on completing it.
Temptation will always be there but starting small will help develop your self-control and allow you to set greater goals in the future.
Remember, your willpower is like every other muscle and needs to be looked after as such. Like your biceps or triceps, it needs rest and relaxation before tackling another workout. When you feel your willpower waning, take the time to rest. If rest is not an option, research shows that thinking about someone who has incredible willpower, such as world leaders and successful
athletes, can help boost your own self-control recovery.
Another option is a pick-me-up, something that puts you in a good mood, lifts your spirits - listening to a favorite song, calling a friend or reflecting on a past success are good examples.
Willpower, like a muscle, will grow stronger in time. Recent studies show that daily activities such as workout routines, keeping track of your finances or eating correctly can help
strengthen your resolve and put you on the path to greater self-control.
Remember the three most important things to building and maintaining your willpower are:
1. Willpower isn't an infinite source so take a break before
taking on a new challenge.
2. Speed up your recovery by lifting your spirits when you
feel the tank is running a bit low
3. Start small. Before tackling a big goal (such as quitting
smoking), start with something almost mundane and grow
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