Do you have the power to tame the wild best inside of you? It’ll take self-control.
Talking Points:
- Self-control is choosing what’s right when you’re tempted not to. You have to resist and ignore your initial impulses and have the ability to stop yourself before reacting inappropriately in a given situation.
- Everyone struggles with temptations, but people who learn self-control can fight them. Self-control will also better your relationships with people, and they will respect you more because of your self-control.
- Use these three steps to improve your self-control:
- Take a timeout. When you’re frustrated, take a moment and cool down before acting on anything. Gather your thoughts and think of an appropriate way to handle the situation.
- Zoom out. Look at the bigger picture in and realize that this one event isn’t all there is.
- Exercise. Practice self-control in small situations so that when in big situations come, you’re ready.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share a time you reacted on an impulse and had no self-control? How did the situation turn out for you?
- How can self-control benefit you in not giving in to your temptations?
- Have you considered what “triggers” you to engage in unhealthy behaviors? What are some of these triggers?
- How does using the tips provided help to protect you from rash decisions?
- What are some little battles you can win to prepare for some bigger ones?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
