Psychologists use the term "cognitive control" for a set…

Psychologists use the term "cognitive control" for a set of mental self-management abilities, including the capacity to inhibit your first impulse so you don't just do whatever comes to mind immediately, but rather what makes the most sense. Others include keeping repetitive negative thoughts the most disturbing kind of distractions in abeyance.

— from The Instruments (Awareness/Perception/Expectations)

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• Who Is Flying (Self, Nature & Nurture)
• The Mind in the Cockpit
• Decisions & Choices (Decision/Choice/Focus/Forethought/Consequences)

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