how does self control hightened spirituality

I think about things that can be done to bring humans closer to god. I believe: 1. Self control 2. Observing nature 3. Prayer. And. Under these three things I think about self control the most. There are many things humans do that require self control to iether PLEASE god, or bring u CLOSER to him. For instance fasting and detoxing . I could imagin this being a wonderful to in bring u closer to god. When u fast that requires control, and detoxing cleanses ur body. Cleanliness is next to godliness, so why wouldn't fasting and detoxing bring u closer to him. Also the strength and prayer required to succeed in these things could not be of ur own. U would have to pray, meditate and read ur bible more.