Self gratification refers to the act of pleasing oneself or finding satisfaction and pleasure within oneself without the need for external validation or approval. It can involve activities such as self-care, self-love, and meeting one's own needs in a way that brings personal fulfillment and contentment.
My understanding of it would be: Anything done to advance the concept of self above others. The key word is ego, and I believe it is meant to be the selfish type of ego, not just self itself. I think it could be looked at as an excess of self love. The example I think of is having sex with someone good looking to make yourself feel better about yourself - to brag about your ability - instead of having sex with them out of love for them and love of self experience. Another might be the pleasure received from making fun of someone, though this example does not distinguish ego gratification from self gratification as well. This is just my understanding of it; I hope it is helpful.
People may struggle with practicing delayed gratification because it requires self-control, discipline, and the ability to resist immediate rewards in favor of long-term benefits. Additionally, societal pressures and instant gratification culture can make it challenging for individuals to prioritize delayed rewards. Emotional state, impulsivity, and lack of skills in goal-setting and planning may also contribute to difficulty in practicing delayed gratification.
Low self-control refers to a lack of discipline, ability to resist immediate temptations, and maintain self-regulation. Individuals with low self-control may struggle to make long-term decisions, often opting for immediate gratification over higher goals or values. This can lead to impulsive behavior and difficulty in achieving long-term success.
Self-regulation is the ability to manage and adapt one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in different situations, while self-control is specifically the ability to resist impulses and delay gratification. Self-regulation involves a broader range of skills related to managing oneself, whereas self-control is more focused on managing impulses and desires. Both are important for achieving goals and maintaining well-being.
I practice self-control by setting clear goals, creating a plan to achieve them, and holding myself accountable. I also make conscious choices to prioritize long-term benefits over immediate gratification, and use techniques like mindfulness and positive self-talk to stay disciplined. Lastly, I give myself permission to make mistakes and learn from setbacks, rather than giving up when things get tough.
Technically, No self-gratification itself is not a sin BUT usually what you look at or think about during the act is
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Self gratification.
Self-gratification. Or, perhaps more specifically, money.
Self Control
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The word is masturbation - and it's a perfectly healthy way of self-gratification !
Children who learn to delay gratification tend to have better self-control, higher academic achievement, and greater success in various aspects of life as they grow older.
My understanding of it would be: Anything done to advance the concept of self above others. The key word is ego, and I believe it is meant to be the selfish type of ego, not just self itself. I think it could be looked at as an excess of self love. The example I think of is having sex with someone good looking to make yourself feel better about yourself - to brag about your ability - instead of having sex with them out of love for them and love of self experience. Another might be the pleasure received from making fun of someone, though this example does not distinguish ego gratification from self gratification as well. This is just my understanding of it; I hope it is helpful.
My meal tasted bland and gave me no gratification. I got no gratification from firing my secretary.
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People may struggle with practicing delayed gratification because it requires self-control, discipline, and the ability to resist immediate rewards in favor of long-term benefits. Additionally, societal pressures and instant gratification culture can make it challenging for individuals to prioritize delayed rewards. Emotional state, impulsivity, and lack of skills in goal-setting and planning may also contribute to difficulty in practicing delayed gratification.