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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 Destructive Consequences of Revenge

While it may feel good in the passion of the moment, revenge turns out to be a destructive and self-defeating reaction.

Published June 7, 2023
Categorized as Forgiveness Tagged anger, creative choice, future oriention, get over it, inner-strength, inspiration, motivation, perspective, resrntment, revemge, self-control, stuck in the past

Appreciating Human Diversity

Diversity is a positive value for success.

Published May 25, 2023
Categorized as Tolerance Tagged accepting differences, Differences of belief, diversity, empathetic, freedom of thought, human right, inspiration, judging, live and let live, motivation, peaceful coexistence, right to think for yourself, self-control

Strong Character

Strength of character – not as easy as it sounds.

Published May 9, 2023
Categorized as Character Tagged dignity, emotional need, inner strength, judging, overcoming challenges, overcoming pain, overcoming temptations, principle, self-control, self-discipline, self-respect, self-restraint, strength, strong character, strong feelings

Taking Responsibility

Everyone makes mistakes, but not everyone is always willing to own up to them.

Published May 3, 2023
Categorized as Character Tagged dignity, honesty, integrity, moral courage, morality, principle, right/wrong, self-control, self-discipline, self-respect, value, virtue

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

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