self-guideline

noun

UK /ˌself ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/

US /ˌself ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/

A rule you make for yourself to help you do the right thing.

She made a self-guideline to finish her homework before playing.

SYNONYMS

personal rule self-rule own standard self-principle personal code

RELATED WORDS

self-discipline self-control goal habit responsibility

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A note you write to remind yourself how to do something.

He kept a self-guideline on his desk for packing his school bag.

3. A way you decide to behave that you follow on your own.

Being kind to classmates became his self-guideline.

4. A personal limit you set to stay safe or healthy.

Her self-guideline was to stop screen time before dinner.