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Maximum Willpower, by Kelly McGonigal, discusses how to master the new science of self-control. Summary of the Book This title asserts that willpower helps control emotions, attention, appetites and behaviour, influencing physical health, financial security, quality of relationships and even professional success. Maximum Willpower amasses the latest insights into self-control from psychology, economics, neuroscience and medicine. It explains how we can get over old habits and portray healthy behaviour, overcome procrastination and cope with pressure. It also explains how understanding the limits of willpower can help us prioritize goals, make mindful choices, alter old habits and give up the hunt for perfection. The book concentrates on strategies that can help us transcend borders, fortify self-control and escape the hold of chronic stress and postponement. About Kelly McGonigal Dr. Kelly McGonigal is an award-winning psychology instructor at Stanford University. As a co-founder of the Stanford Women’s Wellness Network and health educator for the School of Medicine's Health Improvement Program, McGonigal has helped thousands of people make healthy choices and manage anxiety. She has also compiled the following titles: The Willpower Instinct, Yoga for Pain Relief, and Autocontrol.