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Self-Control is an important concept for young people to grasp, especially when they are just figuring out what feelings like anger and frustration are. This title presents realistic, everyday situations kids might find themselves in. Colorful images support the simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The author draws on great thinkers like Confucius, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius and Christian monks to show us what stillness is and how it might be achieved. He believes stillness is the doorway to self-mastery, discipline, and focus. He examines many of the figures that exemplify the power of stillness, including Winston Churchill, Fred Rogers and Anne Frank. This book aims to equip you with everything you need to find stillness in your own life.

"Why can't I control my anger? Or stop overeating? Or wasting time online? Why can't I seem to finish my projects? Or make progress in my spiritual life? Why do I fall for the same stupid temptations over and over again? When we fail, its easy to make excuses or blame our circumstances. But let's face it: the biggest enemy is usually the one staring back at us from the mirror every morning. We lack self-control. Self-control isn't very popular these...

At Victory School for Super Athletes, Kenzie is angry because she is having trouble controlling her super strength in swimming class.

Here is the help you need for raising your kids to take responsibility for their actions, attitudes, and emotions.

"In [this book], Tara Stiles introduces readers to ... ways to bring yoga, meditation, and healthy food into their lives"--

Control your brain so it doesn't control you. A science-based approach to getting things done and avoiding laziness and procrastination. Our brains are not wired for goal achievement. They are wired only for speed, survival, and the present moment. It's time to defeat this primal tendency and make self-discipline your new normal.

As twins Dell and Pete face a series of choices, such as indulging in a sweet treat now rather than enjoying ice cream later with teammates, Dell shares some tips for resisting temptation. Includes note to parents and caregivers about improving self-control.

Everyone craves approval, but there is a difference between being someone other people like and being defined by what others think. When our people pleasing becomes an addiction, it's time to take a closer look at who we are trying to please and why. "Like Me or Not" offers sound, biblical strategies to overcome approval addiction. Inviting us on her own recovery journey, Dawn Owens provides thoughtful and practical tools we can use as we navigate...

"In these fully-animated episodes, your child will learn valuable lessons about the fruit of the Holy Spirit. In More trouble with Tuffy, take a trip to the zoo with Tuffy and his friends! In this adventure, Tuffy and Stevie travel to visit animals, like elephants and monkeys, with their school class. After not following his teacher's directions, Tuffy learns an important lesson about listening to thos in charge. Included are two fun songs about obedience....