Enchiridion 34 looks at how we handle pleasures in life that we come across. Our impressions of pleasures must be thought through. It is necessary to take a pause before taking action.

Consider if your indulging in pleasures will compromise your moral integrity. But also consider the satisfaction that comes from resisting pleasures.

There’s no getting around temptations. Whichever way you look, you’ll see temptations all around you. And they become even more noticeable when you’ve set out to accomplish something, such as a long-term goal.