Temperance / Self-Control
• The fourth virtue is self-control, which the Stoics defined as the ability to control one's emotions and desires and to act with discipline and restraint.
• This virtue involves being able to resist temptation and to stay focused on one's goals, even in the face of distractions and setbacks.
• It is not just about suppressing one's feelings, but also about channeling them in a constructive way.
• Self-control is important because it enables us to live a virtuous life and to achieve our full potential.
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