I’d like to add something to your post, Dan. If we take the example of students in a classroom, I’ve always believed that there are no inherently “lazy” or “dumb” students versus intelligent and disciplined ones. Often, when we simply change how we explain a concept to those who appear disengaged, we discover that they can become highly motivated and perform exceptionally well. This illustrates an important idea: even when you’re required to do something you don’t currently want to do — because, at this stage of your life, you may not have the option to change it — discipline alone isn’t always enough. Instead of forcing yourself to “be disciplined,” try to create a sense of desire toward the task. There is always a way to find an intrinsic interest, even if — like David Goggins — the interest lies in challenging yourself to excel in a domain you don’t naturally gravitate toward. Until you can fully align your life with what you truly desire, you can still build discipline by intentionally injecting a personal reward system into what you’re doing.
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so true. every day you need to ask yourself, “if I keep doing what I did today, will I be happy where i’m at in a year?”
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I often do a 4 hour period of absolutely nothing when I feel lost or distracted. Always is enough to rest, relax and get back on a focused path.
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Thx Dr Dan! You are my Zen Master! I like how you peel back concepts to the core, not just on the surface. Makes us Think! No excuses, Execute!
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I read this and thought it was a comment on the falling prices of cocaine. 😹
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I Take The cheap pleasure too. WHO says you can't do both.
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“Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” The Apostle Paul “As a man thinketh in his heart, so he is.” King Solomon Get some Bible ❤
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Discipline comes from clarity not force: letters.thedankoe.com/p/self-discipline-is-easy-ac…
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