We humans are social creatures, and we need close personal relationships to flourish. When our connections with others are lacking, we feel lonely. Not only does loneliness feel bad, but it also harms ...

A recent study showed a connection between low self-control and impulse buying as influenced by social media and targeted advertising. Poor self-control was an explanatory factor for having a positive ...

Self-control refers to the process of resisting temptations (e.g., eating junk food) that conflict with enduring goals that usually involve bigger but delayed rewards (maintaining a healthy weight and ...

Highlighting summer's enhanced opportunities for healthy behavior has become a tradition for this column. In keeping with tradition, here is my annual installment – one that zeroes in on the core ...

Does the shadow of low self-confidence dim your aspirations when it’s time to set and achieve your goals? Low self-esteem can loom as a substantial hurdle to personal advancement, hindering progress ...

Out-of-control behavior by CEOs and other powerful people constantly makes headlines -- so much so that some might consider impulsivity a pathway to power. New research finds that having self-control ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

The root causes of low self-confidence aren’t events from your past but habits in your present. They smile at themselves in the mirror every morning and repeat positive mantras. Or watch inspiring ...

The words "Dream it, do it" and "Believe in yourself" look fantastic on cross-stitch or Home Goods decor that perfectly matches your pad's aesthetic. However, does it match your inner monologue?