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About the Class
How you think about yourself and others, how you handle your emotions, and whether or not you study for your midterms, all hinge upon your ability to practice self-control. In this unit of The Peaceful Solution Character Education Program, you will learn that self-control is one of the many traits that help to build positive character. It plays a major role in how we treat ourselves, interact, accomplish goals and function within society.
If you have ever witnessed a toddler having a tantrum, then you are aware of how a lack of self-control can be demonstrated. This toddler has not yet learned how to deal with his feelings of disappointment and frustration, so he resorts to throwing himself on the floor, screaming, kicking and crying. As people mature and grow, they generally move past the stage of kicking and screaming if their needs are not met. However, unless people learn how to control their thoughts and manage their feelings, they will display a lack of self-control in many other ways. For example, disrespect, violence, aggression, premarital sex, drug and substance abuse are all ways in which individuals display a lack of self-control towards themselves and others.
In this first chapter you will learn what self-control is and why it is an important trait for everyone to acquire and practice on a consistent basis. You will also learn that developing self-control begins with controlling your thoughts and making choices that are positive and moral. Self-control is the most important character trait you can develop because it applies to all aspects of your life and is the foundation of a positive character.
Other concepts covered in this lesson are:
• How morality applies to self-control.
• The role of self-control in the development of other positive character traits.
• Developing self-control begins with controlling negative thoughts.
Language of instruction:
English
Keywords: character development, self-control