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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.
Emotions are not a great foundation for living, but discipline is. Following the path of our feelings is not a recipe for success, despite what is often sold to us through endless marketing and sales tactics.
Discipline is the necessary foundation for a life well-lived, and we would all benefit from building our lives on the sturdy foundation it creates.
Life is all about sacrifices—what we are willing to give up for the greater good, or to gain something down the road. The path of looking the part often sacrifices for personal gain. The path of being the part focuses more on sacrificing for the goal of benefiting others.
Which sacrifice are you willing to make?
The idea of “Idealism” is a concept discussed by many in a broad swath of cultural spheres and influences, ranging from Forbes to the NY Times to Psychology Today. It is a concept that appears nuanced, but the implications can be seen on multiple levels.
To begin, let’s make this personal…
