self-control
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Bauer: A study that I did saw increases in self esteem and other sort of non-cognitive outcomes, so self control, self regulation, so we saw that.
From Scientific American • Oct. 26, 2023
But we may all need to reflect on our beliefs about self control with technology.
From Washington Post • Mar. 10, 2023
She has what she calls “fatigue and malaise” and “decreased lack of executive functions — self control, emotional control, task initiation, working memory . . . planning and time management.”
From Seattle Times • Feb. 23, 2023
Ultimately, the board declared her unsuitable for parole, citing a lack of self control, “immature thinking” and accusing her of not taking full responsibility for her actions.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2023
His hand, trembling with his effort at self control, bore to his lips the last of his glass of ale.
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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