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Self-control will take our children places – but how do we teach it to them?
Of course, we must lead by example, but some other tricks can also come in handy.
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Cultivating self-control in our children in a world where food, snacks or a car ride can be conjured at a snap of a finger can be an uphill task.
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A recent study highlighted significant disparities in test scores among pre-schoolers arising from a number of factors. One of these was self-control.
At its most basic, self-control is all about the skill of being able to regulate yourself and your emotions.


