Self control
allows us to be disciplined and restrained with obedience to God and others. The
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines self control as restraint exercised over one's
own impulses, emotions, or desires. Self control is the key to good behavior. If children learn self control—mastering
their impulses, then their behavior will be more acceptable. This can apply to
our lives as adults as well. Self control is one of those traits in which we
can continually learn and grow.
Training Tip – Teaching self control needs to begin at a young
age—like 2 years old. They can’t use temper tantrums to control you and their
selfish desires. Give them a short time out and when their fussing is over talk
to them briefly about their unacceptable behavior. Next add praise to their
training and encourage your children whenever they don’t lose control in a
frustrating situation. By the time they start school they’ll understand that
actions have consequences and that they have choices in good or bad behavior.
As they get older persuade them to think before they act. Your example will be
very important, no matter what their age. How can you expect them to control
their emotions if you have outbursts of anger or rage?
Lord – Fill our lives with self control. Thank you
for disciplining _______, and for preparing him/her to share your holiness. May
this discipline, however painful, train this child to produce a harvest of
righteousness and peace in their life. (Hebrews 12:10-11)
All
scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise
noted.
© 2013 by Mickey
M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
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