The Marshmallow Test: Understanding Self-control And How To Master It

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A child is presented with a marshmallow & given a choice Eat this one now or wait & enjoy two later What will she do? & what are the implications for her behaviour later in life? Walter Mischel's now iconic 'marshmallow test' one of the most famous experiments in the history of psychology proved that the ability to delay gratification is critical to living a successful & fulfilling life self-control not only predicts higher marks in school better social & cognitive functioning & a greater sense of self-worth; it also helps us manage stress pursue goals more effectively & cope with painful emotions But is willpower prewired or can it be taught? In his groundbreaking new book Dr Mischel draws on decades of compelling research & life examples to explore the nature of willpower identifying the cognitive skills & mental mechanisms that enable it & showing how these can be applied to challenges in everyday life--from weight control to quitting smoking overcoming heartbreak making major decisions & planning for retirement With profound implications for the choices we make in parenting education public policy & self-care The Marshmallow Test will change the way we think about who we are & what we can be & since as Mischel argues a life with too much self-control can be as unfulfilling as one with too little this book will also teach you when it's time to ring the bell & enjoy that marshmallow