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Psychologist

Kelly McGonigal, born on October 21, 1977, is a renowned psychologist. She completed her Ph.D. in psychology at Stanford University and has served as a professor there. McGonigal's research focuses on the intersection of stress, happiness, and health psychology.

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Famous Kelly McGonigal Quotes

“Stress is what arises when something you care about is at stake.”

Psychology Stress

Book:The Upside of Stress: Why Stress Is Good for You, and How to Get Good at It

Source: The Upside of Stress: Why Stress Is Good for You, and How to Get Good at It

“There are few things ever dreamed of, smoked or injected that have as addictive an effect on our brains as technology. This is how our devices keep us captive and always coming back for more. The definitive Internet act of our times is a perfect metaphor for the promise of reward: we search. And we search. And we search some more, clicking that mouse like – well, like a rat in a cage seeking another “hit”, looking for the elusive reward that will finally feel like enough.”

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Book:Maximum Willpower

Source: Maximum Willpower

“Although dieting is a long standing American pastime, as a method of losing weight it stinks.”

Psychology Americans Diets Don T Work

Book:The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of It

Source: The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of It

“Go after what it is that creates meaning in your life and then trust yourself to handle the stress that follows.”

About the Author

Born: October 21, 1977
Known for: Psychologist
Quotes: 22

Books & Sources

The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of ItRelated source material

Maximum WillpowerRelated source material

Maximum Willpower: How to master the new science of self-controlRelated source material

The Joy of Movement: How exercise helps us find happiness, hope, connection, and courageRelated source material

The Upside of Stress: Why Stress Is Good for You, and How to Get Good at ItRelated source material

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