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The Power of Discipline
We've all had those days where we struggle with motivation and follow-through. No matter how good our intentions, actually doing the work seems impossible. I'm certainly no stranger to this feeling of overwhelm and lack of discipline. There have been many times where I've wanted to write a book, start a business, or learn a new skill but could never seem to take that first step.
I'm sure I'm not alone in this. In a world of endless distraction and temptation, it can be incredibly difficult to stay focused on our goals and priorities. But I've found that cultivating discipline is one of the most empowering things we can do. With discipline, entire worlds open up to us. It's the difference between living as a passive observer of life and truly being the author of our own story.
Developing discipline has been a journey for me. It started a few years ago when I was feeling unfulfilled in my work and longed to pursue more creative projects. But every time I'd sit down to write or code, within minutes I'd be checking social media or mindlessly browsing the internet. I realized I had to make a change, so I started small. I committed to writing for just 15 minutes a day, no matter what.
It was tough at first, but sticking to that 15 minutes daily helped build my discipline muscles. Before long I was writing for 30 minutes, then an hour. I started to crave that focused work time instead of mindlessly scrolling. Slowly but surely, discipline became a habit. Now, years later, I run my own business and l have read over 200 books all because I learned to show up each day, even on the days I really didn't feel like it.
Since discovering the power of discipline in my own life, I've become fascinated by learning from others who have cultivated extreme focus and follow-through. Three books have really stood out to me for providing insights into developing ironclad discipline. I'd like to share my key takeaways from each.
The Power of Habit
The first is "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg. This book unpacks the science behind habit formation and willpower. Duhigg explains that habits consist of a cue, routine, and reward loop. By understanding these components, we can "hack" our habits and replace unproductive routines with disciplined ones. His case studies of successful habit changers were incredibly inspiring.
Discipline Eqauls Freedom
The second book is Jocko Willink's "Discipline Equals Freedom". As a former Navy SEAL commander, Jocko knows about discipline better than most. His no-nonsense approach really resonated with me. He breaks down what discipline truly means - doing the things you know you should do, even when you don't feel like doing them. This consistent practice of self-control is what allows high performers to achieve at superhuman levels. It's what separates those who talk about change from those who actually make it happen.
Atomic Habits
The third and final book is "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. Of the three, this one provided the most practical, step-by-step system for building any habit or developing any discipline. James lays out an incredibly simple but highly effective four-step model: cue, routine, reward, belief. He then provides specific habit changing strategies like habit stacking, the two-minute rule, and making your environment conducive to success. Atomic Habits does an amazing job of making the complex simple and actionable.
All in all, these three books gave me frameworks to understand discipline on a deeper level and actionable strategies to start implementing it each day. They showed me that discipline is simply a skill that can be learned, and even more importantly, that it's the key to unlocking our greatest potential and achieving our boldest dreams. I hope they might provide you with insights and encouragement on your own journey as well. With patience and practice, developing discipline gets easier. And once you experience the freedom and empowerment it provides, you'll be glad you made the effort. The possibilities that open up when we can consistently make and follow through on good decisions are truly endless.
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