Alma 38: 1-15

In verses 10-12 we read: " 10 And now, as ye have begun to teach the word even so I would that ye should continue to teach; and I would that ye would be diligent and temperate in all things.

 11 See that ye are not lifted up unto pride; yea, see that ye do not boast in your own wisdom, nor of your much strength.

 12 Use boldness, but not overbearance; and also see that ye bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love; see that ye refrain from idleness."

What is a bridle? In the Institute Manual we read this: "A bridle is the headgear used on a horse. It includes reins and a bit, which give the rider control.

Elder Bruce C. Hafen of the Seventy and his wife Marie explained that a bridle was meant to direct, not destroy, desires and passions: “Is self-denial wise because something is wrong with our passions, or because something is right with our passions? Alma taught his son: ‘See that ye bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love.’ (Alma 38:12; emphasis added.) He did not say eliminate or even suppress your passions, but bridle them—harness, channel, and focus them. Why? Because discipline makes possible a richer, deeper love” (The Belonging Heart [1994], 302)."

This makes so much sense--bridling our all our passions is just the right thing to do. It is more rewarding when we do so. We would also be feeling more at peace since we discipline ourselves to do what we know is right. When we know we are doing the right thing, we are in harmony with God's will. We know God wants us to do what is right. We please Him when we do so. And when we know that He is pleased with our actions, we feel at peace inside.