self discipline

/ˌsɛlfˈdɪsəplɪn/
noun
  1. The ability to control one's own behavior, emotions, and desires, especially in order to achieve a long-term goal or follow a set of rules.
    • She showed remarkable self-discipline by waking up at 5 a.m. to train for the marathon.
    • Without self-discipline, it is easy to waste time on distractions instead of studying.
    • Learning a new language requires a lot of self-discipline to practice every day.
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