The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal Summary
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Discover why Stanford's most popular course became a book that transforms willpower from mysterious trait to trainable skill. Praised by entrepreneur Derek Sivers as "more actionable than any willpower book," McGonigal's science-backed strategies reveal how your brain sabotages self-control - and how to fight back.
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核心要点
Why Your Brain Is Wired to Fail You
Ever demolished an entire bag of chips after promising yourself just a handful? Welcome to the human condition. We're not lazy or broken-we're caught in an evolutionary trap. Our brains evolved with two competing operating systems: one designed for immediate survival (grab that food now!) and another for long-term success (save some for tomorrow). The problem? These systems are constantly at war, and the primitive one usually wins. This isn't a character flaw-it's biology. Understanding this internal conflict transforms how we approach self-control, shifting from harsh self-judgment to strategic self-awareness. The question isn't whether you'll face this battle, but whether you'll recognize it when it happens.
The Physiology of Saying No
The Willpower Tank: Why Self-Control Runs Dry
The Dangerous Glow of Virtue
The Promise That Ruins Us
Why Feeling Bad Makes Everything Worse
The Invisible Forces Shaping Your Choices
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"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
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"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
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