“It’s easy to think that you don’t need self discipline when you’re young. You feel invincible and are never afraid to take risks that could lead to something great – or even disastrous.” “But as time goes on, it becomes more difficult for many people.
They start taking the easy way out by not working hard, and they get themselves into trouble.” “Many successful people have said that self-discipline is what helped them reach their goals in life.” “So how do you develop this crucial skill?”
What is Self-Discipline?
In layman’s terms, it means doing the right thing, consistently at the right time. It may not sound too important, but if you have a disciplined mindset so that it’s embedded in your nature, then life will get easier for you.
No wonder entrepreneurs like Richard Branson list self-discipline as the #1 most important characteristic to develop, e.g. keeping a diary and following it religiously, every day; he believes that disciplined people are more likely to succeed than those who simply just want something badly enough.
Discipline comes from the word ‘disciple’ which means student of anything. So a disciplined person is one who learns and applies consistently, building discipline is just like that – you learn something then apply it consistently.
It’s really that simple! And if followed, it will create healthy habits in your life by helping you develop character traits like perseverance, consistency, and delayed gratification.
For example, a disciplined person that wants to train for a marathon will have to overcome the pain of running every day without fail. A disciplined investor will need to stay focused on his investment goals even though the market might be extremely volatile.
And if you want to start your own business or simply work from home, then staying self disciplined is a must as you will need to stay focused on your daily tasks of creating blogs, marketing them, and then converting the traffic into customers.
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How to Practice Self Discipline in Everyday Life – 5 Steps To Follow
1. Accept the fact that you lack discipline for whatever reasons (past experiences, genetics, etc), and instead of feeling guilty about it, accept it as an opportunity to improve yourself further.
2. Write down all your goals in a diary or on post-it notes and hang them around the room wherever you usually go or sit. Read them every day, not once but at least twice a day (morning and evening).
3. Every time you fail to achieve your goals, go back to your notes and remember WHY you want to achieve those goals in the first place. Then repeat this daily until you’re able to stick with it.
4. Set realistic expectations; don’t expect to achieve your goals overnight. Again, write this down in your diary and read it every day (and when you fail).
5. And lastly, don’t ever give up.
Learning personal self-discipline is just like a muscle – you need to work on it daily, both physically and mentally. The more you do it the stronger it will become. And when you do feel like quitting, remember why you started in the first place and then push through!
Why the need to practice self-discipline daily in life?
Being more disciplined will help you achieve your dreams quicker, no matter how big or small they may be. Because the ability to practice self-control will help you cross that finish line much faster, as opposed to those who lack the necessary discipline required for success.
Learn and overcome the pain of being disciplined but still continuing to do it. Start with what you have right now and use it, don’t wait for the perfect opportunity or day to start doing something
Be disciplined and you can have more control over your life. You will learn to say no to things that harm you to achieve your goals. Discipline leads to self-respect, a sense of accomplishment, and a clear vision for the future.
Disciplined people are happier, healthier, and make more money. They also have a better quality of life!
I know what you’re thinking; it’s easier said than done, though, right? I believe it is. So here are some tips to help:
– Focus on what you want instead of focusing on the pain it will take to get there (why do you want something?) – Set goals and review them daily to stay motivated – Have a support system (family/friends) that you can share your goals with. They will encourage you and help to keep you on track – Avoid tasks or people that undermine your discipline.
For example, if shopping is undermining your discipline try not to hang out with friends who like to shop as much as you do – Do whatever it takes to motivate yourself, whether it’s writing down your goals in a diary, taking pictures of you when you’re doing things and then looking at them or whatever works for you.
Remember that consistency is key!
The benefits of being disciplined
So why should you strive to be disciplined? Because it will help you achieve whatever it is that you want from life.
Discipline takes away the fear of failure, doubt, guilt, and regret. In other words, when you are disciplined, there’s no stopping you from achieving your goals.
And what are those things that most people want in life? Health, wealth, and happiness.
The ability to focus on the task at hand is essential for success in any field. Discipline improves self-control, which in turn means better decision-making. It also enables you to take action rather than just think about it!
Disciplined people can solve problems, direct their attention where they need it to be, and overcome challenging situations.
When you combine discipline with consistency the possibilities are endless!
You will learn to enjoy living by saying no to things that aren’t beneficial for you and at the same time, saying yes to opportunities, challenges, good habits & self-improvement.
The consequences of not being disciplined
If you aren’t disciplined there will always be something stopping you from achieving your goals. Every time an obstacle shows up you’ll give up and say “I can’t do this”.
Don’t waste your time with things that aren’t going to make you any wiser or help you attain the life that you want. Instead, focus on learning from your mistakes and move forward!
The only way to achieve your goals is to have the self-discipline it takes to get there.
If you are disciplined, then stay consistent. Don’t give up!
That’s why discipline is so important. It will improve your life and help you reach any goal you set for yourself.
What really matters in this life isn’t how much money you make, how high your position is, or even obtaining the things that you want. Your most important role in life is to be happy and successful.
To succeed in any field requires discipline. To be a champion in your sport, have great relationships, academic success, creative endeavors, or whatever else it is you are pursuing … We all need to be DISCIPLINED.
Champions are not made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them, a desire, a dream, a vision. They have the ability to transform that vision into reality.
This goes for ANYTHING!
That’s why discipline is so important. It doesn’t mean you won’t fail or struggle, but every time you learn from your mistakes and continue to move forward, no matter what.
This is what separates the greats from the rest of us. Practicing self-control and discipline daily is so important, Forbes magazine, one of the most renowned and well respected, posted a great article on mastering discipline. Click here to read their article on discipline.
Why Discipline Matters?
Discipline is an essential trait for success because it helps you achieve your personal and professional goals in life. “It’s easy to think that you don’t need discipline when you’re young.
You feel invincible and are never afraid to take risks that could lead to something great – or even disastrous.” “But as time goes on, it becomes more difficult for many people. They start taking the easy way out by not working hard, and they begin forming bad habits.”
“Many successful people have said that discipline is what helped them reach their goals in life.” “So how do you develop this crucial skill?”
Tips for mastering and becoming more disciplined
1. First and foremost, understand that you can do this.
2. Don’t think of discipline as a means to an end; it’s part of a process that will continue indefinitely and never truly ends.
3.Focus on your goals, not the task at hand. Imagine how you’ll feel when you achieve them and let that inspire you.
4. Change your environment to make yourself more disciplined. If you’re tempted to play video games, get off the couch and go for a jog or work on your hobby instead (whatever it is that’s productive).
5. See discipline as a challenge to overcome rather than an insurmountable obstacle.
6. Embrace it. If you’re disciplined in some aspects of your life, work on the rest and you’ll find yourself becoming more productive overall.
7. Don’t overcomplicate things. Make small changes and get started today! It’s not always easy, but you can do it.
8. Be realistic and don’t make impossibly long lists of things to accomplish each day. Start small and work your way up to the bigger challenges as time goes on.
9. Do something that helps you become more disciplined every single day
Conclusion:
Start off by making small incremental changes and work your way up from there. In other words, practice self discipline daily. The more discipline you develop, the easier it will be to stay disciplined.
Find a way that works for you and stick with it. It’s not easy at first (but neither is anything worthwhile), so stay positive and focus on the long-term results.
A disciplined person is more productive and has better habits than those who aren’t disciplined. If you want to be successful, stop procrastinating and get started on your goals today! Whether it’s exercise or improving your diet, there is no better time than the present.
Once you make those changes and get started, don’t look back!
I’m certain that you will find yourself becoming and becoming a more disciplined person with time and effort.
Best of luck!
I return to a few books repeatedly, but this one is near the top of my list! Here’s a link for your copy…
Mindful Self-Discipline: Living with Purpose and Achieving Your Goals in a World of Distractions
