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self-dep·ri·va·tion | \ ˌself-ˌde-prə-ˈvā-shən 
also -ˌdē-ˌprī- \
also -ˌdē-ˌprī- \Definition of self-deprivation
: voluntary denial of oneself from possessing, using, consuming, or enjoying something desired
No self-deprivation is called for, but simply the understanding that the healthiest, tastiest, and most nourishing way to eat is also the most economical, most compassionate, and least polluting.— John Robbins
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