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The Importance of Self-Discipline In Our Lives

By Violet Johnson
15 April 2019   |   2:07 pm
Occasionally, life throws challenges and problems at us while on the path to success and achievement. To rise above it, you have to act with perseverance and persistence and this requires self-discipline. One of the main characteristics of self-discipline is the ability to reject instant gratification and pleasure, in favour of some greater gain, which requires…

Occasionally, life throws challenges and problems at us while on the path to success and achievement. To rise above it, you have to act with perseverance and persistence and this requires self-discipline.

One of the main characteristics of self-discipline is the ability to reject instant gratification and pleasure, in favour of some greater gain, which requires spending effort and time.

Contrary to common belief, it does not mean being harsh towards yourself, or living a limited, restrictive lifestyle. When you master the art of self-discipline, it leads to self-confidence, self-esteem and consequently, happiness and some sense of fulfilment.

On the other hand, the lack of it leads to failure, loss, and other problems.

Most people acknowledge the importance and benefits of self-discipline, but a few take real steps to develop and strengthen it. There are also some who question how helpful it is in day-to-day activities. One of its many reasons is the simple fact that it helps with simple things as overcoming the habit of watching too much TV or spending so much time on social media which are time-wasters. Self-discipline also helps in motivating you to continue working on a project, even after the initial rush of enthusiasm has faded away.

However, to achieve this seamless effect on your life, it is advised to first understand its importance. By so doing, you get the urge to strengthen the skill; a good way to accomplish this is by becoming aware of any undisciplined behaviour and its consequences. When this awareness increases, you will be more convinced of the need to make a change in your life. You can also strengthen your self-discipline level with the help of special simple exercises, which you can practice at any time or place.

It is a gradual process, so don’t expect to see changes overnight; it also boils down to how willing you are to make changes and try this new skill out and see it through.

 

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