When your mind is preoccupied, your impulses—not your long-term goals—will guide your choices.

- Kelly Mcgonigal

According to the American Psychological Association, the most effective stress-relief strategies are exercising or playing sports, praying or attendi…

- Kelly Mcgonigal

Self-compassion - being supportive and kind to yourself, especially in the face of stress and failure - is associated with more motivation and better…

- Kelly Mcgonigal

The is a secret for greater self-control, the science points to one thing: the power of paying attention.

- Kelly Mcgonigal

Chasing meaning is better for your health than trying to avoid discomfort.

- Kelly Mcgonigal

We all have the tendency to believe self-doubt and self-criticism, but listening to this voice never gets us closer to our goals. Instead, try on the…

- Kelly Mcgonigal

When you choose to connect with others under stress, you can create resilience.

- Kelly Mcgonigal

You can deal with stressful life experiences with strength from past ones.

- Kelly Mcgonigal

Neuroscientists have discovered that when you ask the brain to meditate, it gets better, not just at meditating, but at a wide range of self-control …

- Kelly Mcgonigal