you’re good at usually point you to
your right thing.
Self-discipline always needs fuel. The
strongest fuel comes from inspiration
and motivation, which are usually
connected with your strengths.
to do something you do well.
•Quit something you’re not
passionate about to do something
that fills you with passion.
•Quit something that doesn’t make
a difference to do something that
does.
•Quit something that’s not your
dream to do something that is.
If you change what you do, will it
always be pleasant or easy? No. But
everyone should say no to the good
so they can say yes to the best.
What you do well usually inspires you
and others. And motivation is a by-
product of your passion. If you love to
do something, you’re almost always
motivated to do it.
For years I have spent most of my
time developing self-discipline in the
areas of my strengths because they
complement my purpose. When I’m
working within my why, my reason
for being on this planet, I am able to
remain motivated long after the first
rush of enthusiasm and excited energy
wears off. I guess you could call it why
power. It can carry you forward when
willpower is not enough.
If the time, energy, and resources of
your life are focused on areas not
related to your strengths or passion,
I want to encourage you to rethink
what you’re doing. Maybe it’s time to
•Quit something you don’t do well
6. Self-Discipline and Respect Are
Connected
Respect is the fruit of the disciplined
life, both self-respect and the respect
of others. When talking about
developing relationships with others,
I’ve often said that respect is earned
on difficult ground. But we also earn
self-respect on difficult ground. Self-
discipline is its own reward.
The late Louis L’Amour is one of the
bestselling authors of all time. More
than 900 million copies of his books
have been sold worldwide, and even
though he died in 1988, every one of
his books is still in print. When asked the
key to his writing style, he responded,
“Start writing, no matter what. The
water does not flow until the faucet
is turned on.” Turning the faucet on is
the beginning. Respect is a result of
keeping it on. Self-discipline allows you
to do that.
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