The term “continence” appears in literature with a wide range of connotations, from the regulation of appetites and sexual restraint to disciplined abstinence in ritual contexts. In moral and ethical discussions, Rousseau emphasizes that beyond a certain age, continence becomes a vital duty to master one’s desires [1], a sentiment echoed by Scott’s reminder to exercise caution as a form of self-control [2]. Ancient and classical texts further frame continence as a key virtue for restraining sensual pleasures, as seen in the meditations of Marcus Aurelius and the observations in Cicero’s works [3], [4], while spiritual and practical disciplines—ranging from fasting practices in Frazer’s ethnographic accounts [5], [6], [7], [8], [9] to the conjugal and ascetic ethos in the writings of Montaigne and Yogananda—demonstrate its multifaceted application [10], [11]. Across these diverse examples, continence consistently underscores the importance of self-mastery and moral restraint within both personal and communal spheres.