Pioneering research psychologist Roy F. Baumeister collaborates with New York Times
science writer John Tierney to revolutionize our understanding of the
most coveted human virtue: self-control. Drawing on cutting-edge
research and the wisdom of real-life experts, Willpower shares
lessons on how to focus our strength, resist temptation, and redirect
our lives. It shows readers how to be realistic when setting goals,
monitor their progress, and how to keep faith when they falter. By
blending practical wisdom with the best of recent research science, Willpower
makes it clear that whatever we seek—from happiness to good health to
financial security—we won’t reach our goals without first learning to
harness self-control.
"The psychologist Roy F. Baumeister has shown that the force metaphor has a kernel of neurobiological reality. In Willpower, he has teamed up with the irreverent New York Times science columnist John Tierney to explain this ingenious research and show how it can enhance our lives. . . . Willpower
is an immensely rewarding book, filled with ingenious research, wise
advice and insightful reflections on the human condition." — Steven Pinker, THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW
"An accessible, empirically grounded guide to willpower and how best to deploy it to overcome temptation." — THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
"Willpower is sure to inspire further groundbreaking research into the mechanics of willpower. One implication is already apparent. Since repeated behaviors eventually turn into habits, improving willpower long term requires a unique strategy-a habit of changing habits, of continually expanding our zones of comfort. One such practice, it seems, is the 'routine' of learning. That's a habit that this brilliant book will certainly nourish." — THE DAILY BEAST
"Willpower affects almost every aspect of our lives. From procrastination, to saving for retirement to exercising, Tierney and Baumeister have given us a wonderful book in which they not only share fascinating research on the subject but also provide simple tricks to help us tap into this important quality." — Dan Ariely, Duke University, author of PREDICTABLY IRRATIONAL
"Willpower is sinfully delicious - once you start reading, you won't be able to stop. A fascinating account of the exciting new science of self-control, told by the scientist who made it happen and the journalist who made it news." — Daniel Gilbert, Harvard University, author of STUMBLING ON HAPPINESS
"Who knew that a book about such a daunting topic could be as wonderfully entertaining as it is enlightening! Tierney and Baumeister have produced a highly intelligent work full of fascinating information (and great advice) about a core element of modern living. Bravo." — David Allen, author of GETTING THINGS DONE and MAKING IT WORK
"Willpower (the thing) lies at the curious intersection of science and behavior. Willpower (the book) lies at the intersection of Roy Baumeister, an extraordinarily creative scientist, and John Tierney, a phenomenally perceptive journalist. Ignore it at your peril." — Stephen J. Dubner, coauthor of FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS
"An accessible, empirically grounded guide to willpower and how best to deploy it to overcome temptation." — THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
"Willpower is sure to inspire further groundbreaking research into the mechanics of willpower. One implication is already apparent. Since repeated behaviors eventually turn into habits, improving willpower long term requires a unique strategy-a habit of changing habits, of continually expanding our zones of comfort. One such practice, it seems, is the 'routine' of learning. That's a habit that this brilliant book will certainly nourish." — THE DAILY BEAST
"Willpower affects almost every aspect of our lives. From procrastination, to saving for retirement to exercising, Tierney and Baumeister have given us a wonderful book in which they not only share fascinating research on the subject but also provide simple tricks to help us tap into this important quality." — Dan Ariely, Duke University, author of PREDICTABLY IRRATIONAL
"Willpower is sinfully delicious - once you start reading, you won't be able to stop. A fascinating account of the exciting new science of self-control, told by the scientist who made it happen and the journalist who made it news." — Daniel Gilbert, Harvard University, author of STUMBLING ON HAPPINESS
"Who knew that a book about such a daunting topic could be as wonderfully entertaining as it is enlightening! Tierney and Baumeister have produced a highly intelligent work full of fascinating information (and great advice) about a core element of modern living. Bravo." — David Allen, author of GETTING THINGS DONE and MAKING IT WORK
"Willpower (the thing) lies at the curious intersection of science and behavior. Willpower (the book) lies at the intersection of Roy Baumeister, an extraordinarily creative scientist, and John Tierney, a phenomenally perceptive journalist. Ignore it at your peril." — Stephen J. Dubner, coauthor of FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS
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