Will and willpower

["Regulus Magus" <RegulusMagus@...>]

Is there a difference between magical Will and old-fashioned, 
stick-to-your-diet willpower? In my experience the latter is closely related 
to things such as motivation, self-talk and various behavioral techniques 
(such as rewarding yourself for making progress). Or perhaps motivation, 
self-talk, etc., are just crutches for a weak will? I am unclear what the 
former kind of Will is however. Can anyone suggest some examples that would 
distinguish the two?

Also, I am having trouble using whatever willpower I have consistently. As I 
round out my second month on the very first part of step 1 I find that I am 
having trouble with my persistence (frankly the exercises are boring the 
heck out of me). I fall off the practice wagon, I get back on, I fall off 
again (well you get the picture). I suppose the simplest advice that might 
be offered to someone such as myself is to get back on the wagon one more 
time than I fall off. :-) Nevertheless, I mustn't be the only student in 
history who has had trouble sticking to the practice routine. Does anyone 
have any suggestions for this repentant sinner? ;-)

Sincerely, /RM/


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