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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.

Life Isn’t Fair

How fair is life?

Published April 25, 2023
Categorized as Fairness Tagged equal treatment, equity, even-handed, fair-minded, impartial, judging, justice, opportunity, overcoming prejudice, perspective, positive expectancy, prejudice, self-control, understanding, values

The Courage to Press On

It takes a special form of courage to successfully manage experiences of pain, and to positively carry on with the activities of one’s life.

Published April 2, 2023
Categorized as Courage Tagged bravery, determination, overcoming challenges, overcoming negativity, overcoming pain, pain, perseverance, persistence, positive expectancy, positivity, self-control, self-discipline

Moral Courage

While more popular, physical courage pales in comparison to moral courage when it comes to achieving success in life.

Published March 20, 2023
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, values, virtue

The Proactive Pain of Self-Discipline

Having foresight can often lead to making painful sacrifices in the hopes of achieving future success.

Published March 19, 2023
Categorized as Suffering Tagged disappointment, foresight, forethought, future orientation, overcoming pain, pain, practice, preparation, proactive, regret, sacrifice, self-control, self-discipline

Respect and Disagreement

Respect trumps agreement.

Published March 16, 2023
Categorized as Respect Tagged decency, dignity, disagreement, honor, human right, inherent value, inspiration, motivation, mutual affirmation, recognition, self-control, value, virtue

The Basis of Respect

What is the basis of respect for other human beings?

Published March 13, 2023
Categorized as Respect Tagged decency, dignity, equal treatment, honor, human right, inherent value, inspiration, motivation, mutual affirmation, recognition, self-control, value, virtue

Patience and Understanding

Correctly and insightfully understanding someone or something invariably takes time, and is best accomplished by learning to be patient.

Published March 8, 2023
Categorized as Patience Tagged calmness, clarity, delay, impatience, impulsiveness, inspiration, motivation, perseverance, self-control, uncertainty, understanding, waiting

Forgiveness is a Reflection of Strength

You are not being weak when you forgive. In fact, it is all the opposite..

Published March 2, 2023
Categorized as Forgiveness Tagged anger, creative choice, future orientation, get over it, inner-strength, letting go, liberation, moving on, perspective, resentment, revenge, self-control, strength, stuck in the past

Do You Have the Patience?

Success requires not only hard work and persistence, but also patience. Success usually takes more time than you thought.

Published February 6, 2023
Categorized as Patience Tagged confidence, delayed gratification, forbearance, hard work, impatience, overcoming challenges, overcoming obstacles, perseverance, persistence, self-control, uncertaintly, waiting

Character and Success

Becoming a person of good and strong character is a foundational development for achieving success in life.

Published February 5, 2023
Categorized as Character Tagged character traits, dignity, good character, honesty, inspiration, integrity, moral courage, motivation, right/wrong, self-control, self-respect, strong character, values, virtue

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