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Discipline: Never By Chance

Discipline never happens by chance. We must choose it.

Not only must we choose discipline, we must put in the work needed to validate and affirm that choice. Discipline is something that requires both effort and intention. The intention—the reason why— and the effort —the gritting of our teeth and the clenching of the fists as we brace ourselves for the hard work that awaits.

The Power of a Single Word

The idea behind “word of the year” follows a parallel path to New Year’s Resolutions.

While, New Year’s Resolutions typically have a very low follow-through rate, choosing a single word is much easier to hold onto throughout the entire year and allows for interpretation to morph as you experience life.