You might, for instance, be: More likely to "self-handicap," or not make an effort to avoid the possibility of failure More prone to "defensive pessimism," or imagining and planning for the worst ...

A recent study suggests self-control need not require a lot of willpower. This post reviews the new research and describes strategies for effortless self-control.

Possessing little self-regard can lead people to become depressed, to fall short of their potential, or to tolerate abusive relationships and situations. Too much self-love, on the other hand ...

If someone is self-centered, they usually don't reciprocate the effort you put into the relationship. They may also disregard rules, believing that rules and guidelines don't apply to them.