“I can resist everything except temptation.”
— Oscar Wilde
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Sometimes people find it very hard to stay away from things they want but know they shouldn't have. Think about when you are on a diet but see a delicious piece of cake. Even if you know the cake isn't good for your diet, you want it so much that you eat it anyway. That strong desire is what temptation feels like. It shows how difficult it can be to turn away from the things we crave or find attractive, even when we know better. If you really want to avoid temptations, it’s important to set limits for yourself and have a plan to stick to those limits. This could mean avoiding situations where temptation is present or having someone help you stay strong.
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