Self Discipline
Today's post is going to be on self-discipline, not as a way of punishment but as a way to uphold a better version of yourself.
In some ways, there are quite a number of people who lack self-discipline and others who don't. Self-discipline, as the word implies, is the correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement. Although this has proven to be a difficult task, it’s still one that’s very necessary.
Yes, it is said that life is full of choices, every man and how he intends to run his life but when analyzed, you'll see that most choices are channelled into being reputable. And in other to achieve such, self-discipline is needed.
As a child growing up, back then when I got to school late, I got flogged by my teacher in order for me to be punctual another day. This was her own way of imbibing self-discipline.
Self-discipline is a source of inner strength and willpower and it has benefits that go alongside it. Self-discipline, for instance, gives one the willpower to subdue procrastination. Some few weeks back, I shared a write up on procrastination and how to deal with it, if you haven't read it, it is imperative that you do.
Secondly, it emboldens determination. Self-discipline gives room for determination, once you’re self-disciplined the drive to achieve something worthful tends to be on the high side and if carried out to the fullest, it can lead to great success.
Also, self-discipline enhances self-control, once you're self-disciplined, you're in control of yourself i.e. it gives you the ability to control your personal life. For example, you're in control of your emotions, addictions, behaviours etc. When you're self-disciplined you have the ability to resist distractions or temptations.
Self-discipline enhances perseverance, the ability to hold on and hold out when challenges present itself. There lots of benefits attached to being self-disciplined.
It is substantial to know that lack of self-discipline tends to lead to a lot of ugly scenarios ranging from failure, loss, health and relationship problems, obsession, addictions etc. Self-discipline is a skill which we all should endeavour to learn because it enables us to overcome so many negative habits and it helps improve oneself, begets new/innovative skill, spiritual upgrade, focus, productive decisions etc.
It, therefore, behoves on us to inculcate self-discipline into our lives i.e. self-discipline should be part of our repertoire.
Well said..the importance of self discipline cannot be over emphasised. We need to imbibe this. In other to be successful. Sometimes it can be challenging and we may tend to be going contrary with the goals we set.. But with determination and self discipline, we will go a long way..... Thank you for this timely reminder
I agree with your ideology, @winarobert.
You cannot get to the top of you are not self-disciplined. Those rich guys became who we know them as today because they believe in themselves and we're consistent with what they were doing. You cannot be consistent when you are not self-disciplined.
Lesson learnt and thank you for this piece.
We will move better as a society if we all had more discipline . Well said bro
It really takes a lot to be self disciplined.But i do know that much is always accomplished by those who are self disciplined in all they do
This is something that I actually need to work on. It's something that's needed if anyone is going to ever be able to achieve that elusive thing that is success. Great post bro, well written.
This got to me, and i totally agree with you, thanks for sharing your thought.