The Power of Discipline

We all have days and seasons where we tend to feel unmotivated or uninspired. There are times when we may be tempted to take the day off or let things slide for a little while. But, these are choices that will have a negative effect, either in the short term or long term.

How do you counter and combat the times of feeling unmotivated or uninspired?

The answer is that you develop the habit of discipline and self-control. You need to learn and train yourself to do something, even when you do not feel like doing it. That is discipline. Discipline is: ‘Training expected to produce a specific character or pattern of behavior, especially training that produces moral or mental improvement. Self-control.’

Developing discipline is a habit that takes time to develop. And over time, you will see that developing discipline will pay off in many ways. Motivation and inspiration will fluctuate. However, learning to master discipline will allow you to remain unwavering in your pursuits, even when you may be lacking in inspiration.

Discipline will impact and affect your habits, actions, and choices in a very positive way. Being disciplined allows you to make the best decision possible, even when you do not feel like it. Being disciplined is like having a budget for your time, energy, effort, and focus. Instead of wondering where it all goes, you already know where it will go, because you have a plan in place. Being undisciplined will do the opposite. You will waste time, effort, energy, and your focus. Instead of getting the results that you want, you will end up with lost opportunities.

(next week we will look at a few ways to develop more and better personal discipline)