Mastering self-control can feel like an uphill battle, especially in a world full of distractions and instant gratification. Self-control is a vital skill that touches every aspect of life, from ...

Self-control has long been regarded as one of the strongest predictors of success. Most of us can picture that colleague who never misses a deadline, volunteers for extra projects and keeps everything ...

Highlighting summer's enhanced opportunities for healthy behavior has become a tradition for this column. In keeping with tradition, here is my annual installment – one that zeroes in on the core ...

Over time, the concept of self-care has undergone a profound metamorphosis—a journey from superficial indulgence to necessary mind and spirit nourishment. Self-care may be cloaked as anything in life.

Disciplining our sons to be tidy was futile. As they were growing up, I tried the Family-Teamwork, the Because-I-Said-So, and the If-It-Isn’t-In-The-Hamper-I-Won’t-Wash-It techniques, without success.

Equating discipline with strict rules, fast answers and zero tolerance for deviation can slide into rigidity, narrowing options and reinforcing fear-based control.

Self-discipline is a better predictor of academic success than even IQ. "Bad teachers, boring textbooks or overcrowded classrooms are often blamed for the poor academic success of young Americans . We ...