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Tag: self-control

The ability to control oneself, in particular one’s emotions and desires or the expression of them in one’s behavior, especially in difficult situations.

The Basis of Respect

It’s not fear.

Published April 15, 2026
Categorized as Respect Tagged decency, dignity, equal treatment, honor, human right, inherent value, inspiration, motivation, mutual affirmation, recognition, self-control, value

Challenges and Character

Strength through resistance.

Published March 26, 2026
Categorized as Character Tagged character traits, dignity, good character, honesty, inspiration, integrity, moral courage, motivation, right/wrong, self-control, self-respect

Something Curious

Standing up for what is right.

Published March 19, 2026
Categorized as Courage Tagged attain a goal, bravery, commitment, determintation, do what you believe in, do what you value, fortitude, integrity, moral courage, overcoming fear, positive affirmation, resolve, right-thing, right/wrong, risk, self-control, self-discipline

The Power of Self-Control

Greater than the power to control others.

Published March 12, 2026
Categorized as Willpower Tagged affirmation, attain a goal, commitment, determination, effort, hard work, imagination, motivation, overcoming pain, perseverance, persistence, planning, preparation, self-control

Beyond Intelligence

Clear thinking is more than simply a matter of intelligence.

Published February 20, 2026
Categorized as Courage Tagged attain a goal, bravery, commitment, determintation, do what you believe in, do what you value, fortitude, integrity, moral courage, overcoming fear, positive affirmation, resolve, right-thing, right/wrong, risk, self-control, self-discipline, strength

Taking Things Too Far

The Limits of Patience.

Published January 23, 2026
Categorized as Patience Tagged anticipation, attitude, confidence, delayed gratification, expectation, forbearance, foresight, good timing, impatience, learning from experience, overcoming challenges, planning, self-control, uncertainty, waiting

Cutting Your Losses

Some things can’t be prevented from happening, but they can be prevented from getting worse.

Published January 5, 2026
Categorized as Suffering Tagged dignity, emotional need, inner strength, judging, overcoming challenges, overcoming pain, overcoming temptations, principle, self-control, self-discipline, self-respect, self-restraint, strength

What Forgiveness Accomplishes

What forgiveness is all about.

Published December 26, 2025
Categorized as Forgiveness Tagged creative choice, future orientation, get over it, inner strength, letting go, moving on, overcoming obstacle, perspective, resentment, revenge, self-control

The Secret Sauce of Virtues

In today’s world especially, courage is the underlying quality that makes acting virtuously possible.

Published December 18, 2025
Categorized as Courage Tagged attain a goal, bravery, commitment, determintation, do what you believe in, do what you value, fortitude, integrity, moral courage, overcoming fear, positive affirmation, resolve, right-thing, right/wrong, risk, self-control, self-discipline, strength, value-based decisions

Beyond Smarts

You need to be more than just intelligent to be successful.

Published December 17, 2025
Categorized as Patience Tagged anticipation, attitude, confidence, delayed gratification, expectation, forbearance, foresight, good timing, impatience, learning from experience, overcoming challenges, persistence, perspective, planning, self-control, uncertainty

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