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InvisibleFlop Johnson
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Self-Control sucks.
    #6569693 - 02/15/07 02:20 AM (17 years, 1 month ago)

How does one come across self-control? Is it inherited through some genetical process? Or is it just a result of bad experiences? Or just good parenting?

Because I need some.

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Flop Johnson]
    #6569841 - 02/15/07 04:38 AM (17 years, 1 month ago)

It's not something you inherit... it is something you must learn to do on your own by the power of your will. And it can become one of the strongest things to beat stereotypes. It is so hard to get there because it requires patience and lots of exercise. But I think it's totally worth it.


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Re: Self-Control sucks. *DELETED* [Re: MushroomTrip]
    #6570433 - 02/15/07 11:25 AM (17 years, 1 month ago)

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Epigallo]
    #6570669 - 02/15/07 12:50 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

What do you need some for?


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: WScott]
    #6570689 - 02/15/07 12:55 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

Lol weird question... I think it helps on every aspect


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Flop Johnson]
    #6570868 - 02/15/07 01:58 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

It is probably at some level genetic. That is why for example they say that obesity is genetic--its not that obese people literally gain more weight by consuming the same amount of calories, its more that they have a harder time avoiding fatty foods at a psychological level.


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: FrenchSocialist]
    #6570962 - 02/15/07 02:23 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

why do you need some?

self-control comes when you understand what you are "controlling" and that behaviors do not constitute "self" rather only a portion of it

what do you need help controlling?


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: leery11]
    #6570984 - 02/15/07 02:31 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

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leery11 said:

what do you need help controlling?




Well specifically my pot smoking and study habits (or lack thereof). Pot isn't that big of a deal, I go days without smoking on a regular basis, but it seems like it makes me lazy or less motivated. That is really the hump I'm trying to get over because it is fucking with my study time.

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Flop Johnson]
    #6570997 - 02/15/07 02:35 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

How much do you care about school? Do you have a passion you are following?


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I am the MacDaddy of Heimlich County, I play it Straight Up Yo!

....I embrace my desire to feel the rhythm, to feel connected enough to step aside and weep like a widow, to feel inspired, to fathom the power, to witness the beauty, to bathe in the fountain, to swing on the spiral of our divinity and still be a human......
Om Namah Shivaya, I tell you What!

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Flop Johnson]
    #6571020 - 02/15/07 02:43 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

it's just like exercising, or eating healthy, or anything you like to do that you've learned how to do


the reason most people don't like self-control is because they feel they can't have fun with it.


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: leery11]
    #6571222 - 02/15/07 03:42 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

Quote:

leery11 said:
How much do you care about school? Do you have a passion you are following?




No, I hate school, but I need to graduate for the basic reason of more gainful employment.

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Flop Johnson]
    #6571400 - 02/15/07 04:30 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

no wonder you aren't studying then.

do you care about employment?

i am having similar issues.


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....I embrace my desire to feel the rhythm, to feel connected enough to step aside and weep like a widow, to feel inspired, to fathom the power, to witness the beauty, to bathe in the fountain, to swing on the spiral of our divinity and still be a human......
Om Namah Shivaya, I tell you What!

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: leery11]
    #6571448 - 02/15/07 04:44 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

Quote:

i am having similar issues.




Off-topic, but...I'm starting to realize there are a lot of us out there feeling this way


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: demiu5]
    #6571489 - 02/15/07 04:57 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

yes. all the 2012 stuff helps me justify not putting forth any effort to study so i can make some green papers manifest.

but i mean, the point is to do what you love doing and then just accept whatever amount of money society gives you

i am not quite sure what that it is, but apparently it isn't taking classes.

if it all comes down to it though, shaved head a robe.....


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I am the MacDaddy of Heimlich County, I play it Straight Up Yo!

....I embrace my desire to feel the rhythm, to feel connected enough to step aside and weep like a widow, to feel inspired, to fathom the power, to witness the beauty, to bathe in the fountain, to swing on the spiral of our divinity and still be a human......
Om Namah Shivaya, I tell you What!

Edited by leery11 (02/15/07 04:59 PM)

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: leery11]
    #6571527 - 02/15/07 05:07 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

Quote:

leery11 said:
yes. all the 2012 stuff helps me justify not putting forth any effort to study so i can make some green papers manifest.





You're going to regret that in 2013.


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Krishna]
    #6571637 - 02/15/07 05:21 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

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Krishna said:
Quote:

leery11 said:
yes. all the 2012 stuff helps me justify not putting forth any effort to study so i can make some green papers manifest.





You're going to regret that in 2013.



what about being a monk?


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I am the MacDaddy of Heimlich County, I play it Straight Up Yo!

....I embrace my desire to feel the rhythm, to feel connected enough to step aside and weep like a widow, to feel inspired, to fathom the power, to witness the beauty, to bathe in the fountain, to swing on the spiral of our divinity and still be a human......
Om Namah Shivaya, I tell you What!

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: leery11]
    #6571662 - 02/15/07 05:25 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

self control is one of the greatest and most important blessingz in life..especially as u get older. imagine having none whatsoever.

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: leery11]
    #6571681 - 02/15/07 05:30 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

Quote:

leery11 said:
yes. all the 2012 stuff helps me justify not putting forth any effort to study so i can make some green papers manifest.

but i mean, the point is to do what you love doing and then just accept whatever amount of money society gives you

i am not quite sure what that it is, but apparently it isn't taking classes.

if it all comes down to it though, shaved head a robe.....




classez aint shit To a G like me..ima be str8 up slangin!!, aint nuttin betta dan gettin your paper up hustlin$$$

Edited by herbalz (02/15/07 05:40 PM)

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Flop Johnson]
    #6571996 - 02/15/07 06:58 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

It is the result of conscious effort. The first step is to seriously take responsibility for every thought and action without judging the self and others. Take that idea as far as it can go and self control will flow from it.


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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: Huehuecoyotl]
    #6572044 - 02/15/07 07:09 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

its hard not to judge others when thy piss you off. i dont know i have a hard time not poppin capz in foolz who disrespect fam

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Re: Self-Control sucks. [Re: herbalz]
    #6572381 - 02/15/07 08:33 PM (17 years, 1 month ago)

Then let go of your self importance.


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