The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works

What if schools taught us how to build willpower just like they teach math or literature? How much more successful could we be?

In this insightful and practical book, psychologist Kelly McGonigal shares a science-based approach to understanding self-control. She explains how the brain works when facing challenges and why we often avoid change or fail to reach our goals.

This book is full of fascinating studies, real-life stories, and—most importantly—exercises to train your brain like a muscle. Whether you want to quit bad habits, run a marathon, start a business, or build better relationships, this book provides the tools to make lasting change.