Those who are very strict with the way they live deprive themselves of many joys and pleasures of life because they believe that they may conflict with their work. They are harsh masters of themselves. They wish to be well, strong, and active, and they will do anything they believe will keep them that way.

Negative state:

• Strictness
• Rigidity
• Inflexible mind
• Perfectionism
• Harsh on themselves
• Excessively high goals
• Suppression of vital needs
• Refusal to accept joy in life

Positive development:

• Inner relaxation and freedom
• Acceptance of needs
• Re-evaluation of ideas
• Adapting to the present
• Ability to adapt