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Willpower Unpacked

Willpower manifests in two primary forms: the determination to say "I absolutely will" and the resolve to declare "I absolutely won't." Understanding this duality reveals that willpower operates on a spectrum rather than as a simple on/off switch, highlighting the complexity of human behavior in various contexts. The anterior mid cingulate cortex plays a crucial role in this dynamic, requiring contextual information to navigate our choices effectively.