self-control

Penelope was deeply impressed; straightaway she wanted to reward the wolves for their superb self-control.

Rather than criticising yourself about your lack of self-control, focusing on being more intentional about when we pick up our devices can be more effective, according to one psychologist.

The loss of self-control embarrassed him—he preferred not to talk about it—and he was deeply relieved when the attacks became less frequent and less severe.

"There was no rule that you had to reinvest your earnings, but I suppose we were just too weak to resist. They just pumped up our dreams… until we lost all self-control, all critical judgment."

And while the majority of players have the self-control to enjoy games without letting them interfere with their lives, there are some who struggle to set boundaries.