January 6, 2009
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Self-Discipline = Motivation = Success
David H. Sandler
Self-discipline is simply self-direction toward a particular goal. And the fact is, self-discipline directed toward a goal we are genuinely motivated to achieve is not especially difficult to achieve, if we recognize in advance that struggle is necessary for any worthwhile goal. Where motivation is genuine but self-discipline nevertheless seems to falter, the reason is probably not lack of willpower or nerve, or any other terms we use to punish ourselves and sustain self-hate. Instead, the chances are strong that self-sabotage is taking place.
If discipline fails but we are convinced that the desire to achieve our goal is genuine, we will be wise to ask whether we may not be unwittingly subverting our aims and desires. We need to explore honestly and courageously what specific thoughts or patterns of behavior may be undermining motivation and discipline and, above all, ask why this seems to be occurring.
Self-discipline and motivation can only come from within. They can be aided by support from others, but they must be supported above all by self-knowledge and the desire to achieve our goals.
Excerpted from Sandler's No Guts, No Gain!® Training Program.
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