Six Lessons Children Need to Learn - WHY IS SELF-CONTROL IS SO IMPORTANT?

Children who have great self-control can resist temptation, even if the temptation promises short-term rewards.  In contrast, children with less self-control may be more likely to

*be aggressive

* suffer depression

*smoke or abuse alcohol or drugs

* make poor choices in what they eat

One study found that children with greater self-control were likely, as adults to have health issues, financial stress, and problems withe law.  That study had Professor Angela Duckworth of the University of Pennsylvania to conclude:  "There may be no such thing as "too much self-control.

Note:  There is such a thing as everyone is different and not all children who brought up as they speak of here, have that self-control.  Some may have a certain amount depending on what it is.  No one should assume anything about anyone, because they don't live with everyone to know that much, only what they were taught in books. Life does not go by books. It goes by what you taught by your parents and relatives, if anything, and  life experiences.  You need to use common sense and logic and being analytical. Being responsible doesn't hurt.  Knowing the value of money helps as well.  And yes, Bible principles are indeed the most important in living your life. 

Next time: Six Lessons Children Need to Learn - HOW TO TEACH SELF-CONTROL

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