The Role of Self-control in Education and its Influence on the Process of Education

Abstract

Discipline  is  the  deliberate,  or  lack  of,  action  to  regulate  behaviour.  It  is  the  practice  of  frank  and  strict adherence to legislation and guidelines, and cultural standards and values; the ability to control oneself or other  people,  even  in  challenging  circumstances.  Discipline  means  teaching  acceptable  behaviours  and unlearning maladaptive behaviours with support, guidance and direction in managing behaviour. It is about setting limits, clarifying roles, responsibilities, and mutual expectations and creating a predictable, orderly and  stable  life.In  line  with  the  famous  quote,“choices  have  consequences”,  not  observing  or  practicing discipline should result in some form of corrective measures. Situations abound where, unfortunately, such a ‘correction’ results from a serious trigger with devastating consequences. Lack of individual discipline, including  observing  simple  instructions  like  washing  hands  thoroughly  with  soap,  keeping  a  one-to-two-meter social distance, and going into self-quarantine for 14 days, is exacerbating the exponential spread of the pandemic.