S1E10: Taming the Urge: ‘The Willpower Instinct’ Compassion& the Power of Pause Struggling with self-control? Feel like your willpower disappears the moment life gets chaotic? You’re not alone — and today’s episode offers a powerful reframe that blends science, mindfulness, and soul.In this episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, host Wils Struthers-Cooper brings you into the compassionate world of health psychologist Kelly McGonigal and her groundbreaking book The Willpower Instinct. Together, we’ll explore why willpower isn’t about being tougher — it’s about being kinder.🌿 Listen to an eye-opening passage from McGonigal’s work🌿 Follow a short mindfulness practice to help you meet urges with curiosity🌿 Receive a powerful affirmation to ground your willpower choices in compassionWhether it’s resisting the midnight doom scroll, avoiding the snack, or choosing stillness over stress, this episode will help you press pause and reclaim your power.Want more?Sign up at readreflectrise.comto get your episode affirmations, episode-inspired practices, and exclusive access to the companion book list.✨ There is magic, medicine, and power in the words we weave and wield.If you loved this episode:✅ Follow or subscribe so you never miss a reflection✅ Leave a quick review to help others rise with us✅Share this episode with a friend who needs a gentle willpower reframe#KellyMcGonigal #WillpowerInstinct #MindfulChoices #SelfCompassion #ReadReflectRise #WilsStruthersCooper #Podcast #Affirmation #MeditationPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #Mindfulness #Willpower #Craving

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