I was feeling a bit weird that Ive spent most of this break - TopicsExpress

I was feeling a bit weird that Ive spent most of this break rewatching West Wing, for the third time, but not anymore! I think I really was somewhat willpower-exhausted, and watching the show (or semi-watching it while I puttered around the house) was what my brain knew it needed. Fascinating. The findings suggest that if youre facing a task that requires a lot of self-control — like starting a new routine, quitting smoking or dealing with a difficult situation at work — youll feel better and have more willpower if you choose re-watching or re-reading favorite books than if you pick up new ones. Seeing as your brain associates this stimulus with social interaction maybe it would be best to pick your favorite shows with ensembles. Alternatively, you can use this study to justify extensive DVD collections, because youll never know when you need a social surrogate pick-me-up.