Taking breaks replenishes selfcontrol from "summary" of The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal
When you're trying to control your behavior and resist temptation, your brain becomes fatigued. This mental exhaustion leads to decreased self-control, making it harder for you to stick to your goals. However, taking breaks can help replenish your self-control reserves. By giving your brain a rest, you allow it to recover and restore its ability to resist impulses. Studies have shown that taking short breaks during challenging tasks can actually ...
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