Self Control: The Top 10 Ways to Resist Impulses, Control Your Choices and be More Mindful

The video explores techniques to enhance self-control, drawing on research by neuroscientists and psychologists. It emphasizes the importance of engaging System Two thinking over instinctive System One reactions. Techniques include reframing temptation, building new habits, using milestones, committing publicly, boosting memory, building resilience, assessing risk, maintaining situational awareness, and conducting scenario analysis. These strategies aim to help individuals make better decisions and take control of their choices.

What is the primary function of System One as described by Daniel Kahneman?

• To provide quick, instinctive reactions

• To enhance memory retention

• To plan long-term strategies

• To analyze complex problems

How can new habits affect old ones according to the video?

• They can completely erase old habits

• They make old habits stronger

• They have no impact on old habits

• They can weaken and overwrite old habits

Why do successful project managers prefer milestones over deadlines?

• Milestones motivate by success, not fear

• Milestones are easier to set

• Milestones require less planning

• Deadlines are too flexible

What is a key benefit of making a public commitment?

• It reduces the pressure to succeed

• It increases the potential pain of failure

• It decreases accountability

• It allows for more flexibility

What is essential for building resilience according to the video?

• Constant work without breaks

• Focusing solely on physical exercise

• A foundation of rest, recreation, and refreshment

• Avoiding all stressful situations

What should you ask yourself before making a decision to assess risk?

• How much time will it take?

• What is the easiest option?

• What could go wrong?

• Who will benefit the most?

How can scenario analysis help in decision-making?

• By simplifying complex problems

• By anticipating risks and making better decisions

• By predicting the exact outcome

• By eliminating all risks