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Scientific Secrets for Self-Control

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Gain more control over your life by understanding the biological mechanisms of self-control and applying scientific strategies to overcoming your brain's hard-wiring.

Syllabus

  • 01: Why Is It So Hard to Do What We Should?
  • 02: Self-Control Successes and Failures
  • 03: Marshmallows, Monkeys, and Mortality
  • 04: Taming the Impulsive Beast
  • 05: First Impressions and Stereotypes
  • 06: Romance, Finance, and Your Environment
  • By This Professor

Taught by

C. Nathan DeWall

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2.8 rating at The Great Courses Plus based on 90 ratings

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