Self-control strengthens:

  • Confidence by not letting it become arrogant.
  • Determination by resisting distractions and sustaining effort towards long-term goals.
  • Diligence by resisting distractions and maintaining consistent effort towards goals.
  • Flexibility by guiding you to adapt without abandoning goals.
  • Responsibility by allowing you to resist shortcuts and follow through on commitments.
  • Patience by fostering the ability to delay gratification and manage emotions effectively.

Self-control is a lot like

Self-Discipline

Restraint

Composure

Willpower

Moderation

Sobriety

Temperance

Forbearance

Equanimity

 

Self-control is strengthened by:

  • Cautiousness by encouraging reflection and preventing impulsive actions.
  • Endurance by building mental resilience.
  • Justice by fostering ethical behavior and thoughtful decisions.
  • Orderliness by reducing mental clutter and creating a clear path to focus on goals and resist distractions.
  • Thoroughness by ensuring careful attention to detail and avoiding rushed completion.

 

For the word origin, translations, sign language version, and other linguistic
characteristics of Self-Control,
visit the No Matter How You Say It page.