Practicing Success
What is one effective mechanism for developing self-control by an individual? |
Observation of own behavior Practicing self-reinforcement Cultural traditions like fasting or non-attachment Analyzing one's self-concept |
Cultural traditions like fasting or non-attachment |
Learning to delay or defer the gratification of needs is called self-control. Self-control plays a key role in the fulfilment of long-term goals. Indian cultural tradition provides us with certain effective mechanisms (e.g., fasting in vrata or roza and nonattachment with worldly things) for developing self-control. |