“Remember that there is always a limit to self-indulgence but none to self-restraint, and let us daily progress in that direction.”
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Indulgence hits a ceiling fast — the third dessert brings no joy, only regret — while the capacity to govern yourself has no fixed cap and widens with practice. Aiming a little further that way each day compounds, whereas chasing more pleasure just resets the craving.
When to use it
- Noticing the second hour of scrolling adds nothing the first didn't, and shutting the phone a little sooner each night.
- Trimming one impulse purchase a week until saving feels ordinary rather than painful.
- Holding your tongue in an argument for a beat longer than you managed yesterday.