Willpower

Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength

By: Roy F. Baumeister, John Tierney

Narrated by: John Tierney, Denis O'Hare

One of the world's most esteemed and influential psychologists, Roy F. Baumeister, teams with New York Times science writer John Tierney to reveal the secrets of self-control and how to master it.

"Deep and provocative analysis of people's battle with temptation and masterful insights into understanding willpower: why we have it, why we don't, and how to build it. A terrific read." —Ravi Dhar, Yale School of Management, Director of Center for Customer Insights

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.

very good and scientific

very good and scientific. useful information and it gives historical accounts which help me remember the details.

Examples

Definitely can help improve willpower. Research examples highlight what the writer is trying to get across

I loved it so much I bought the paperback book too

It's a great book with lost of scientifical studies throughout. I found a couple points to be a little outdated but over all great read.

Knowing I have the ability to get better with self control

Absolutely love the purpose and takeaways from this book. Story was great but so much content on different studies made it hard to follow at times. Definitely recommend!

Enjoyable and useful

Authoritative, illuminating, enjoyable and useful. Great complement to other modern psychology titles I’ve read recently.