- Extreme self-denial and extreme over-indulgence are both forms of unhappiness because extremes create a distortion in the self.
- The virtue of self-denial should be taught when children are at a young age.
- Some people will practice *self-denial so that they might enjoy the rewards at a latter time.
- The Christian faith calls for *self-denial and self-sacrifice in order to follow Christ.
- The ascetic life of a monk is a way of denying oneself material comforts in the pursuit of spiritual perfection.
- The idea of self-denial is a difficult concept for many people to grasp, as they are only focused on their own self interests and desires.
- The ancient Stoic philosophers believed that the way to achieve happiness was through self-denial and the acceptance of one's fate.
- The monk practiced self-denial by sleeping on a hard bed and eating only simple meals.
- Self-denial is not always easy, but it can be a very rewarding practice.
- Many people find that self-denial can help them to become more disciplined and focused.