willpowers
Mental fortitude reserves
Willpowers is the plural of willpower, though the word rarely appears in this form since willpower is typically uncountable—referring to the mental strength to control impulses and persist toward goals.
The plural might describe distinct reserves or types of determination: The various willpowers required for dieting, quitting smoking, and exercising are not the same.
Firmness of purpose
- restraintControl over impulses
- disciplineTrained self-control or specialty
- resolveFirmness of purpose
- resistanceCapacity to withstand force
temptation · impulse control · abstinence · moderation · fortitude · self-denial · perseverance · grit
Operate a vehicle
- ambitionDesire for achievement
- persistenceContinuing despite difficulty
- goalsIntended end results
- commitmentFirm pledge to act
dedication · focus · endurance · stamina · resilience · inner strength · determination · perseverance
Exhaustion from repeated choices
- executive functionCognitive self-management abilities
- marshmallow testSelf-control study with sweets
- impulseSudden urge to act
- self-regulationManaging one's own behavior
glucose · cognitive load · frontal lobe · inhibition · behavioral control
determination
Firmness of purpose
- restraintControl over impulses
- disciplineTrained self-control or specialty
- resolveFirmness of purpose
resistance · temptation · impulse control · abstinence · moderation · fortitude · self-denial · perseverance · grit · tenacity
drive
Operate a vehicle
- ambitionDesire for achievement
- persistenceContinuing despite difficulty
- goalsIntended end results
commitment · dedication · focus · endurance · stamina · resilience · inner strength · determination · perseverance · decisiveness
decision fatigue
Exhaustion from repeated choices
- executive functionCognitive self-management abilities
- marshmallow testSelf-control study with sweets
- impulseSudden urge to act
self-regulation · glucose · cognitive load · frontal lobe · inhibition · behavioral control
willpowersimpulses
Sudden inclinations to act
compulsions · urges · temptations · cravings · instincts
willpowersspinelessness
Lack of courage
irresolution · capitulation · surrender · acquiescence · passivity