Ascesis and Self-control

Ascesis noun - Rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint.

Self-control and ascesis are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Self-control" instead a noun "Ascesis".

Self-control noun - The power to control one's actions, impulses, or emotions.

Ascesis and self-control are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Ascesis" with "Self-control", this terms are similar.