Willpower : rediscovering the greatest human strength / Roy F. Baumeister and John Tierney.
| Author/creator | Baumeister, Roy F. |
| Other author | Tierney, John (John Marion) |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New York : Penguin Press, 2011. |
| Description | 291 pages ; 25 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Is willpower more than a metaphor? -- Where does the power in willpower come from? -- A brief history of the to-do list, from God to Drew Carey -- Decision fatigue -- Where have all the dollars gone? The quantified self knows -- Can willpower be strengthened? (Preferably without feeling David Blaine's pain) -- Outsmarting yourself in the heart of darkness -- Did a higher power help Eric Clapton and Mary Karr stop drinking? -- Raising strong children: self-esteem versus self-control -- The perfect storm of dieting -- Conclusion: The future of willpower: more gain, less strain (as long as you don't procrastinate). |
| Abstract | The authors review the latest research to report key findings on willpower and offer practical advice for increasing it. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2011013944 |
| ISBN | 9781594203077 (hbk.) |
| ISBN | 1594203075 (hbk.) |
| Standard identifier# | 40019806458 |
| Stock number | Penguin Group USA, Attn: Order Processing 405 Murray Hill Pkwy, East Rutherford, NJ, USA, 07073-2136 SAN 282-5074 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | BF632 .B292 2011 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |