Willpower Overrated: Experts Advise Situational Strategies

Experts say that trying really hard to resist temptations, like eating too many sweets or skipping exercise, might not be the best way to achieve goals.

Instead, they suggest making it easier to do the right thing.

For example, if you want to run in the morning, keep your shoes ready so you don't have to think too much about it.

They also say that it's okay to use tricks like telling friends your goals or setting up rewards to help you stay on track.

Some people think that if they give in once, they've failed, but experts say it's better to just start again.

They also warn that sometimes feeling like you don't have enough willpower might mean you need to rest or could have a health issue.