What is self-control
- Willpower, determination, discipline, and fortitude.
- The ability to regulate your response to avoid undesirable behavior and successfully achieve long-term goals.
- Being able to avoid temptations to achieve goals.
- The capacity to delay gratification and resist urges.
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