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Exploring the Myths About Increasing Willpower

Exploring the Myths About Increasing Willpower

by Ed Stanfield | Jan 31, 2018 | Clarity, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Willpower

The Mythology of Willpower There’s a common belief that willpower can overcome almost any problem. This drives sales of books my ex-Navy Seals, the epitome of strong will. One survey found that people believe their lack of willpower is the #1 reason for not following...
Is the Self-Help Industry Actually Helping Anyone?

Is the Self-Help Industry Actually Helping Anyone?

by Ed Stanfield | Oct 11, 2017 | Clarity, Habits, Journaling, Monkey Mind, Productivity, Self-Awareness

Confession: I am a consumer of self-help products. It started decades ago with Harry Lorayne and his book: The Harry Lorayne Mental Magnetism Course With a title like that, how could I resist? I was in high school for God’s sake. The sales pitch went like this. ...

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