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It is only in adventure that some people succeed in knowing themselves - in finding themselves.

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People with high but unstable self-esteem exhibit the greatest hostility.

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Willpower is what separates us from the animals. It's the capacity to restrain our impulses, resist temptation - do what's right and good for us in the long run, not what we want to do right now. It's central, in fact, to civilisation.

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Trophies should go to the winners. Self-esteem does not lead to success in life. Self-discipline and self-control do, and sports can help teach those.

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The societal pursuit of high self-esteem for everyone may literally end up doing considerable harm.

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Willpower is a muscle that can be strengthened.

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Researchers were surprised to find that people with strong self-control spent less time resisting desires than other people did. . . . people with good self-control mainly use it not for rescue in emergencies but rather to develop effective habits and routines in school and at work.

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