And why is self-discipline worth possessing? Because those who possess it can determine what they do with their life."—William B. Irvine I read this sentence recently, and it’s stayed with me. (check the book summary here A Guide To The Good Life: The Ancient Art Of Stoic Joy) If it's not … [Read more...] about Voluntary discomfort. How can we inspire ourselves from this method to realize our dreams?
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Discipline And Patience. 7 Steps To Become More Patient
You don't see the results of good or bad habits in a short time. This is what is pernicious. Let's take an example. If you eat poorly, you dig your grave with your teeth. But why do we keep doing it? Simply because bad news takes time to arrive... The good … [Read more...] about Discipline And Patience. 7 Steps To Become More Patient
Want To Develop Your Self-discipline? Five Reasons Why Writing In Public Will Help. What I’ve Learned After One Year.
I have been writing for myself every day in my journal for over five years. Contemplating my life, my emotions, my joys, my difficulties, has brought me a lot. But at the end of September 2020, I challenged myself to write in public. I had two main motivations, to … [Read more...] about Want To Develop Your Self-discipline? Five Reasons Why Writing In Public Will Help. What I’ve Learned After One Year.
How A Simple Habit Helped Me Go From Salesman To Executive.
Even when we have good intentions, we sometimes fall back into the state of complaining. And the sneaky thing is that we don't even realize it anymore. I remembered sitting in my car in a small business park in a Parisian suburb, waiting for my next appointment more than twenty years ago. You … [Read more...] about How A Simple Habit Helped Me Go From Salesman To Executive.
Goals Versus Systems. Why You Should Combine The Two.
In the world of productivity, there are two ideas frequently in conflict. Is it better to set goals or create systems? My point. You need both. You need the system to last and the goal for fun, change and motivation... But what exactly is the difference? It's well summarized by Scott who … [Read more...] about Goals Versus Systems. Why You Should Combine The Two.