This week's New Scientist (13 September) has a very interesting article on will power, resisting temptation etc.
Whilst not directly addressing alcoholism, the article presents ways to help our resolve.
One of the findings of Roy Baumeister from Florida University :
"exercising willpower is like exercising a muscle and it takes time for the resources used to be replenished" He also suggests that blood glucose levels are the key to keeping willpower strong................. exercising willpower depletes energy levels just like exercise does.. He found that having a sugary lemonade drinks assists in keeping resolve.
Planning also helps a lot as it takes away some of the conscious mental effort, and can turn a difficult conscious decision into an unconscious habit, which in turn "makes the process faster and more efficient without depleting energy levels"
The article also mentions other ploys we can use. Not a bad read; if your newsagent has a copy, grab it.
Am also posting this in the GENERAL Forum.
Whilst not directly addressing alcoholism, the article presents ways to help our resolve.
One of the findings of Roy Baumeister from Florida University :
"exercising willpower is like exercising a muscle and it takes time for the resources used to be replenished" He also suggests that blood glucose levels are the key to keeping willpower strong................. exercising willpower depletes energy levels just like exercise does.. He found that having a sugary lemonade drinks assists in keeping resolve.
Planning also helps a lot as it takes away some of the conscious mental effort, and can turn a difficult conscious decision into an unconscious habit, which in turn "makes the process faster and more efficient without depleting energy levels"
The article also mentions other ploys we can use. Not a bad read; if your newsagent has a copy, grab it.
Am also posting this in the GENERAL Forum.
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