Nathsykemz 🎭
@princesskemz
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House rent: N550k.
Foam: N120,000.
Bed frame: N100,000.
TV: N300,000.
AC: N250,000.
Fridge: N300,000.
Wardrobe: N150,000.
Gas cooker: N180,000 for a set.
Table: N70,000.
Plates, cups, pots: N80,000.
Cotton: N80,000.
For someone that earns N100k a month, how long would it take to furnish the self con?
Take your feeding and clothes as constant and use APC's inflation as π. 0 reply
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Self-Control is Like a Muscle — It Can Be Depleted and Strengthened
The concept of ego depletion, popularized by Roy Baumeister, suggests that self-control is a limited resource. When we use it (e.g., resisting temptation or making tough decisions), it becomes temporarily depleted, making it harder to exert self-control again in the short term.
Though the concept has faced some replication challenges, it aligns with everyday experience: after a long day of resisting urges, people are more likely to indulge in impulsive behaviors, like overeating or snapping in anger.
However, research also shows that self-control can be trained, like a muscle. Practices like mindfulness, delayed gratification, and even regular goal setting can help improve self-regulation over time.
Implication: Willpower isn’t purely a moral trait — it’s a psychological skill that can be influenced by environment, habits, and even glucose levels. 3 replies
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