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    self-discipline

    US /ˈsɛlfˈdɪsəplɪn/

    ・

    UK /self 'dɪsəplɪn/

    B1
    n.NounThe trait of practicing self discipline
    n. (u.)Uncountable NounThe ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations to abandon it.
    Self-discipline is essential for achieving long-term goals.
    n. (u.)Uncountable NounThe practice of training oneself to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.
    The athlete's success is a result of years of self-discipline and rigorous training.
    n. (u.)Uncountable NounThe controlled behavior and organization that is necessary when learning something.
    Effective studying requires a high degree of self-discipline.

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    Marcus Aurelius - How to Stop Worrying

    07:21Marcus Aurelius - How to Stop Worrying
    • This was just my interpretation of Marcus Aurelius' work, and if you're interested in hearing more of my interpretations on his work, check out my last video called Marcus Aurelius, How to Build Self-Discipline.

      This was just my interpretation of Marcus Aurelius' work, and if you're interested in hearing more of my interpretations on his work, check out my last video called Marcus Aurelius, How to Build Self-Discipline.

    • and if you're interested in hearing more of my interpretations on his work, check out my last video called Marcus Aurelius: How to Build Self-Discipline.

      and if you're interested in hearing more of my interpretations on his work, check out my last video called Marcus Aurelius: How to Build Self-Discipline.

    B1

    Top 10 Funniest Happy Gilmore Moments

    15:20Top 10 Funniest Happy Gilmore Moments
    • Requires talent, self-discipline.

      Requires talent, self-discipline.

    • It requires talent and self-discipline.

      It requires talent and self-discipline.

    B1

    Revision, exam and wellbeing tips for university applicants | Ep 1: Manchester Voices podcast

    22:21Revision, exam and wellbeing tips for university applicants | Ep 1: Manchester Voices podcast
    • And it's the self-discipline there.

      And it's the self-discipline there.

    • And it's the self-discipline there.

      And it's the self-discipline there.

    A2

    Positive Psychology Tip - Risks and finding the good in failure

    04:43Positive Psychology Tip - Risks and finding the good in failure
    • In our achievement-oriented culture, where people seem to increasingly lack free time, there's been an increasing tendency to think of failure as unacceptable, as wasted time that may even reflect poorly on someone's character, skills, or self-discipline.

      In our achievement-oriented culture, where people seem to increasingly lack free time, there's been an increasing tendency to think of failure as unacceptable, as wasted time that may even reflect poorly on someone's character, skills, or self-discipline.

    • In our achievement-oriented culture, where people seem to increasingly lack free time, there's been an increasing tendency to think of failure as unacceptable, as wasted time that may even reflect poorly on someone's character, skills, or self-discipline.

      In our achievement-oriented culture, where people seem to increasingly lack free time, there's been an increasing tendency to think of failure as unacceptable, as wasted time that may even reflect poorly on someone's character, skills, or self-discipline.

    B1

    Concise Communication

    07:02Concise Communication
    • but it also gives you the self-discipline to know that if we're going to end on time, I really have to figure out what I want to say in advance.

      but it also gives you the self-discipline to know that if we're going to end on time, I really have to figure out what I want to say in advance.

    • that you're concise but it also gives you the self-discipline to know that if

      that you're concise but it also gives you the self-discipline to know that if

    A2

    How To Quit ANY ADDICTION (The Strategy)

    05:01How To Quit ANY ADDICTION (The Strategy)
    • Then there will be videos on willpower and self-discipline, which give you the resources you need to start building these habits.

      Then there will be videos on willpower and self-discipline, which give you the resources you need to start building these habits.

    • brain for good then there will be videos on willpower and self-discipline which

      brain for good then there will be videos on willpower and self-discipline which

    A2

    Marcus Aurelius - How to Build Self-Discipline

    07:20Marcus Aurelius - How to Build Self-Discipline
    • In order to live a happy life, you need to learn to have self-discipline.

      In order to live a happy life, you need to learn to have self-discipline.

    • In order to live a happy life, you need to learn to have self-discipline.

      In order to live a happy life, you need to learn to have self-discipline.

    A2

    Practicing these things will change your life

    07:26Practicing these things will change your life
    • If you have self-discipline in these areas, you can achieve your goals, handle setbacks with grace,

      If you have self-discipline in these areas, you can achieve your goals, handle setbacks with grace,

    • If you have self discipline in these areas, you can achieve your goals, handle setbacks with grace, and

      If you have self discipline in these areas, you can achieve your goals, handle setbacks with grace, and

    B1

    Quiz: Should You Live Alone? (self-test)

    13:14Quiz: Should You Live Alone? (self-test)
    • Your score suggests you have the emotional resilience, self-discipline and independence that makes solo living not only doable, but deeply rewarding.

      Your score suggests you have the emotional resilience, self-discipline and independence that makes solo living not only doable, but deeply rewarding.

    • Your score suggests you have the emotional resilience, self-discipline, and

      Your score suggests you have the emotional resilience, self-discipline, and

    B1

    How to Become More Disciplined (animated short story)

    05:22How to Become More Disciplined (animated short story)
    • He went to work every day. Once that became a habit he directed his willpower and self-discipline onto another singular activity, which was cooking, followed by school.

      He went to work every day. Once that became a habit he directed his willpower and self-discipline onto another singular activity, which was cooking, followed by school.

    • And that's the key: to be wise with how we spend our self-discipline

      And that's the key: to be wise with how we spend our self-discipline

    B1