How to Have Willpower

Willpower is generally used as a term to describe what you do in order to accomplish a goal of some sort. Many people think that they lack willpower, but what they lack is simply the experience of putting it into place. Learn how to practice self discipline so you develop strong willpower to do anything that you want to do.

Instructions

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  Refuse to be lazy. Overcome habitual procrastination by deciding right this minute that you are hard-working and able to do anything that you set your mind to.

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  Focus on the long term benefit of using willpower and discipline to reach your goal. This alone should motivate you to keep going no matter what.

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  Push yourself to do the next right thing toward your goal. Mental strength comes from overcoming challenges and hurdles. What's uncomfortable today becomes a habit tomorrow if you push hard through the discomfort of something new and different.

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  Complete tasks done as they present themselves. Waiting for something to happen to relieve you from a task further weakens your mind into thinking you can't do what you need to do.

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  Set small daily goals and get them done no matter what. Practicing self discipline on a daily basis strengthens your willpower. Start an exercise program or a healthy eating plan and commit to it for a designated amount of time.

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  Motivate yourself to practice willpower by rewarding yourself for your accomplishments. Set up your rewards ahead of time so that you know what you're working toward.