A Quote by Carol S. Dweck

When you have a limited theory of willpower, you're constantly on alert, constantly monitoring yourself. 'Am I tired? Am I hungry? Do I need a break? How am I feeling?' And at the first sign that something is flagging, you think, 'I need a rest or a boost.'

Carol S. Dweck

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Carol S. Dweck
American - Educator
Born: October 17, 1946

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