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[ sˈɛlfɹɪstɹˈe͡ɪnt], [ sˈɛlfɹɪstɹˈe‍ɪnt], [ s_ˈɛ_l_f_ɹ_ɪ_s_t_ɹ_ˈeɪ_n_t]

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Self-restraint is a skill that is used to control one's impulses. It is a key part of good self-care. When applied to food, for example, self-restraint can mean not eating mindlessly. It can also mean limiting how much unhealthy food one eats. It can also mean fasting or exercising moderation. In other words, self-restraint means controlling one's impulses so that they don't lead to unhealthy behaviors. Self-restraint issometimes difficult, but it's worth the effort because it can lead to serotonin overload and obesity.

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