In addition to external pressures, “what also matters is how you think about it” internally. There are two types of willpower ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

Self-control refers to the process of resisting temptations (e.g., eating junk food) that conflict with enduring goals that usually involve bigger but delayed rewards (maintaining a healthy weight and ...

Self-control is often misunderstood as denial, but research shows it is a quiet form of power. This list examines five non-fiction books that explain restraint through psychology, economics and ...