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        The Moderating Role of Self-Esteem in Trait Self-Control and Self-Control Behavior: A Quantitative Study

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        2023
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        Arsenijević, Mila
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        This quantitative study investigates the potential moderating role of self-esteem in the relationship between trait self-control and self-control behavior. Self-control, the regulation of thoughts, emotions, and actions to achieve long-term goals, is associated with positive outcomes in various domains. However, individual differences in self-control traits exist, highlighting its non-uniform nature. Self-esteem, the subjective evaluation of self-worth, plays a crucial role in shaping thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. The study hypothesizes that individuals with high self-esteem would exhibit better self-control due to their beliefs in their abilities and engagement in self-esteem enhancing behaviors. Data was collected through an online survey and statistical analyses were conducted to examine the moderating role of self-esteem. The primary finding suggests a lack of association between self-control trait, self-esteem, and self-control behavior. Possible explanations include declining motivation and insufficient development of trait self-control and self-control resources among young individuals. Despite non-significant results, a positive predictive relationship between self-control and self-esteem emerged, indicating that higher self-control is associated with higher self-esteem. These findings present opportunities for future research on diverse self-control strategies to enhance self-esteem and contribute to the existing literature.
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