Seven Secrets Self Control

The 7 Secrets to Mastering Self-control

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What is self-control?  Are you good at mastering and maintaining it?

What makes it difficult for people to discipline themselves?

What are your tips for gaining self-control in the following areas?

• Eating habits

• Exercise

• Study habits

• Time management

• Money management

Do you agree with the speaker’s opinion on these things?

Why or why not?

Here are some vocabulary words and expressions from the video.

How many do you know already?  Guess what they mean.  Ask your tutor or partner to help you define them.

Vocabulary

procrastinate(-ing)

distraction(s)

consistent

monitor(ing)

anticipation

anticipatory

subconscious(ly)

frustration

deceptive

discipline(d)

isolate(d)

recharge

void(ing)

craft(s)

chore(s)

binge

domino(es)

grueling

marshmallow(s)

productivity

cheat(ing)

resist

arduous

reckless

calculate(d)

vortex

letdown

gap(s)

confront

vice(s)

Expressions

free pass

a breather

rough patch

off the hook

mess up

on the right path

out of sight, out of mind

come (someone) (some) slack

downward spiral

get distracted

Tell a partner what you learned from the video.  Use several of these words in your summary.