themselvescontrol
Themselvescontrol is a neologism used to describe the capacity of an individual to regulate their own thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in pursuit of long-term goals. The term emphasizes personal agency and ownership of action, integrating cognitive control, emotional regulation, and behavioral management across different life contexts.
Origin and usage consider the term informal and not yet standardized within major psychological taxonomies. It
Definition and mechanisms encompass executive functions such as planning, inhibition, and working memory, along with strategies
Applications extend to education, therapy, and workplace productivity, where fostering this form of regulation can improve
Criticism centers on its informal status and overlap with established ideas like self-control and self-regulation. There