Quotes about Self-control

The bare recollection of anger kindles anger.

Let your conversation be without malice or envy, for it is a sign of a tractable and commendable nature; and in all cases of passion admit reason to govern.

I never smoke to excess - that is, I smoke in moderation, only one cigar at a time.

Though the world applauds quick-witted retorts, My instructions about communication are quite different: Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry. Ask My Spirit to help you whenever you speak.

Though Son of God and though entitled to provisions, Jesus didn't let his physical desires dictate decisions.

Anger is not bitterness. Bitterness can go on eating at a man's heart and mind forever. Anger spends itself in its own time.

Three enemies that will weaken your ministry over time: Self-indulgence, bitterness, and carelessness. Strong people discipline their desires, restrain their reactions, and keep their commitments.

Your emotions are nothing but biochemical storms in your brain and you are in control of them at any point in time.

Do something everyday that you don't want to do; this is the golden rule for acquiring the habit of doing your duty without pain.

A man can surely do what he wills to do, but he cannot determine what he wills.

Be gentle to all, and stern with yourself.

Too many are trying to conquer higher weaknesses such as procrastination, impatience or pride while still being slaves to their appetites. If we can't control the body and its appetites, how can we control our tongues, or overcome the emotions or anger, envy, jealousy, or hatred?