Self-control, the ability to override or change internal impulses for the benefit of longer-term, strategic goals, has always been treasured as an admirable human trait. For example, Confucius ...

A recent paper discusses three types of metacognitive knowledge that can enhance self-control.

Self-assessments encourage students to reflect on their skills, knowledge, learning goals, and progress in a course. These practices can range from quick, low-stakes check-ins on lecture content to in ...

Psychologists say self-control is about planning ahead to avoid relying on willpower in the moment. Laypeople see things differently.

First, what is ‘self-control’ and why does it matter? Traditionally, psychologists have defined self-control as the ability to wait for later, larger rewards.

Studies show that it’s not self-control, but unpacking desire itself that is the best way to achieve goals.