Chapter Two Notes:
-Craving--"I want"
Self-Contorl is a matter of physiology, not just psychology. Temporary state of mind between mind and body.
Stress (danger etc.) "focuses your atttention and senses and your surroundings making sure no stray thoughts distract you from the threat.
""flight or fight responses makes you more impulsive. , helps you defend against threats.
**** Self Control: different type of approach to self preservation;
****Breathing your way to self control: Slow breath down to 4 to six per minute (don't hold breath, just slow and steady)
TWO WILLPOWER "MIRACLES"
-Exercise, any type
-Exercise, any type
-"Green Exercise" (get outside and walk, even if just for 5 minutes0
-Get more sleep or take short naps
STRESS focuses on short-term, self control requires keeping the big picture in mind
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