To understand self discipline and what it actually is you need to look within you and ask yourself do I really have it. Because lets get one thing straight right now you are not born with it this is something you are constantly developing and putting into practice.
Secondly it is one of the key formulas that you should be looking to develop why.. because if you want to suceed in life you need this quality
Personally I see self discipline like an axe it needs sharpening frequently so it can do it's job If your life is not going in the direction you want it to then I can honestly say you need to sharpen your axe.
Napoleon Hill after interviewing 500 of the richest people in America concluded that self- discipline is the master key to riches.
Self discipline is the magic which gives you the ability to make yourself do, what you need to do wither you feel like it or not.
Jim Rollins said, "Discipline weighs ounces but regret weighs tons."
Research has uncovered people who stand out from the rest had the ability to think long term these people look ten to twenty years into the future while taking action on their current issues. They also had the self discipline to stop rewarding themselves in the short term so that they could enjoy even greater rewards in the long term.
I would like to explore areas of your life I believe that need nurturing and can improve with self discipline are you ready to sharpen your axe.....Ok lets begin.
- The discipline of clear thinking-Thomas Edison once remarked thinking is the hardest discipline of all.
- The discipline of goal setting-Focus and concentration are the essential qualities for success.
- The discipline of daily time management -The more you plan the better you use your time and the more you can accomplish.
- The discipline of courage-Courage requires makes you deal with your fears rather than avoiding them short term pain long term gain.
- The discipline of excellent health habits-Your goal should be to live to 100 in superb physical health.
- The discipline of regular saving and investing- Resolve today to get out of debt stay out of debt and become financially independent.
- The discipline of hard work- Develop a reputation for being a hard, hard worker
One final thought- Successful people are those who make a habit of doing what unsuccessful people don't like to do. Being average is easy it is really crowded down there at the bottom give yourself the gift of self discipline,raise your game and join the winners.
Richard Armstrong
