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We want to help you find answers in Scripture to common questions about spiritual warfare, the battle for your mind, and how to win spiritual battles.

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Sophrosyne is the epitome of the most desirable traits of one’s mind and character. It is defined by ancient Greeks as the greatest virtue, describing a sound mind, refined character, self-control, temperance and moderation.
Today’s complicated and often chaotic world requires a person to shun the hubris mindset (extreme pride, arrogance and self-confidence) and move towards sophrosyne. This fourth cardinal virtue is the union of self-knowledge and self-restraint.

Sophrosyne: The Greatest Virtue

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Sophrosyne is a way to feel more in control of one’s emotions, leading a life of moderation, calm and self-control.
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<li>One can practise mindful moderation and avoid indulging in unnecessary consumerism. One trick is to delay any purchase for a few days/weeks and then reconsider the decision.</li>
<li>Practise journaling, meditation and breathwork to consciously cultivate a calm mind in this chaotic world.</li>
<li>Practise self-awareness and self-control to consciously build up self-governance and being in charge of your own life.</li>
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The Art Of Mindfulness Moderation

Sophrosyne is a combination of moderation, self-control, and temperance. This ancient virtue can act as a guide to better manage our emotions.

Sophrosyne: the art of mindful moderation

Like most other things in our life, getting healthy is more about fighting our inner battles - desiring the bad food, wanting to drink and smoke, or forgoing the planned workout.

Fighting your inner battles

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It is difficult to fight an inner battle if you do not know what you are fighting. Get to the root of the problem by putting a face on that demon. Identify the real problem that is holding you back.

Identify the demon first

Don't try to fight your inner battle until you have leveled up.&nbsp;The inner battle you're facing never goes away completely. It just becomes easier when you are prepared.<ul><li>Remove all the junk food out of your house until you’re better equipped to handle it.</li><li>Drive a different path to work so that you can avoid Burger King and McDonald’s.</li><li>Take a month off from going out to bars.</li></ul>

Stay Away Until You’re Ready

Have a plan in place to fight your inner demon. If you are struggling with eating unhealthy foods, identify the triggers that cause you to crave them. Do you eat when you are bored or grumpy?When you understand why you do certain things, you'll be better equipped to prepare and fight them. For instance, if you eat because you are tired and bored, stay away from the sweets and grab an apple.&nbsp;

Study the pattern of your struggles

When you first face your inner struggles, you might fail a few times before you find a strategy that works for you. Failing does not make you weak or a bad person. Each time, change your strategy or level up, so you have a better chance for success.

Non-judgmental analysis

In most fantasy or sci-fi movies, there's a big epic battle between the forces of good and evil. However, before that battle can happen, an even more important battle must take place: between the ears of the protagonist. Oftentimes our hero or heroine has an inner demon to slay before he or she can go slay the dragon/save the princess/galaxy/world.

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How to win spiritual battles | Free Study Resources | Precept

Sophrosyne: The Greatest Virtue

Sophrosyne: the art of mindful moderation