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You need to develop the ability to do hard things even when you don’t feel like it.
That might not be what you want to hear, but tough tasks won’t wait for you. When you hesitate to pursue your goals, others are pushing forward. In a few years, what matters will be the visible results—success.
“Do What You Feel” Is Bad Advice
Sometimes, small decisions can have massive consequences. Acting impulsively on momentary desires can lead to long-term setbacks. You might not do these things because you want to sabotage your future, but rather because they satisfy a current urge. Those urges stem from basic instincts, and giving in to them moves you away from deliberate, thoughtful decision-making.
What feels good now may not align with what will benefit you years down the line. You know what you should do, but urges often pull you in a different direction. If you plan to build a better future for yourself, start by making decisions today that will pay off in the long run.
“The first and best victory is to conquer self. To be conquered by self is, of all things, the most shameful and vile.” — Plato
How to Find Discipline When Motivation is Lacking
In the end, discipline is what gets you through. Is that a bad thing? Only if you see it that way. Discipline is a skill you can learn.
Make It Easier on Yourself
• Start for 5 minutes: One of the easiest tricks is to just begin. Commit to working on something for 5 minutes. Starting is often the hardest part, but once you do, it’s easier to keep going. We tend to dislike unfinished tasks lingering in our minds.
Build a Strong Foundation
• Write down your thoughts: Putting your thoughts on paper can bring clarity. Write about your goals—such as doing hard things when you don’t feel like it—and identify the challenges ahead. Use mind maps or drawings to help clarify your thoughts. Keep going until your mind is clear.
• Plan: Once the mental fog is lifted, create a realistic plan. Identify one practical step you can take to improve the next time you face a difficult situation. Also, think of ways to avoid getting into that situation in the first place.
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” — Jim Rohn
Remember to Decompress
You’re not a machine. Rest is a crucial part of productivity. Make sure to schedule time for both work and rest, and stick to those times consistently. Balance is key to sustaining discipline.
That might not be what you want to hear, but tough tasks won’t wait for you. When you hesitate to pursue your goals, others are pushing forward. In a few years, what matters will be the visible results—success.
“Do What You Feel” Is Bad Advice
Sometimes, small decisions can have massive consequences. Acting impulsively on momentary desires can lead to long-term setbacks. You might not do these things because you want to sabotage your future, but rather because they satisfy a current urge. Those urges stem from basic instincts, and giving in to them moves you away from deliberate, thoughtful decision-making.
What feels good now may not align with what will benefit you years down the line. You know what you should do, but urges often pull you in a different direction. If you plan to build a better future for yourself, start by making decisions today that will pay off in the long run.
“The first and best victory is to conquer self. To be conquered by self is, of all things, the most shameful and vile.” — Plato
How to Find Discipline When Motivation is Lacking
In the end, discipline is what gets you through. Is that a bad thing? Only if you see it that way. Discipline is a skill you can learn.
Make It Easier on Yourself
• Start for 5 minutes: One of the easiest tricks is to just begin. Commit to working on something for 5 minutes. Starting is often the hardest part, but once you do, it’s easier to keep going. We tend to dislike unfinished tasks lingering in our minds.
Build a Strong Foundation
• Write down your thoughts: Putting your thoughts on paper can bring clarity. Write about your goals—such as doing hard things when you don’t feel like it—and identify the challenges ahead. Use mind maps or drawings to help clarify your thoughts. Keep going until your mind is clear.
• Plan: Once the mental fog is lifted, create a realistic plan. Identify one practical step you can take to improve the next time you face a difficult situation. Also, think of ways to avoid getting into that situation in the first place.
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” — Jim Rohn
Remember to Decompress
You’re not a machine. Rest is a crucial part of productivity. Make sure to schedule time for both work and rest, and stick to those times consistently. Balance is key to sustaining discipline.
