BE PROUD OF YOUR SELF-DISCIP[LINE

As Entrepeneurs and owners of our own businesses, the greatest gift that we can give to our clients and the biggest, by far, value that we can add to our own businesses, is our deliverables. Getting the job done effectively, efficiently and on time!

This too takes self discipline - so beware what you promise, because if you cannot or do not deliver, those promises will come back to bite you in the rear end, and once that damage is done - it will take a great deal to earn the trust and credibility back!

Be proud of your self-discipline
Rinus le Roux

07 March 2007 at 06h00

Self-discipline must be one of the most difficult issues to master in life. We all start off with the most wonderful intentions but more often than not we find ourselves not honouring our decisions and not working consistently towards achieving the goals we have set for ourselves. The reason is a lack of self-discipline. Imagine if you could set your mind on your goal and simply focus on accomplishing it, whether it is:
to keep a promise;
stick to a healthier diet;
start exercising;
enrol in a course of study and work towards completing it;
getting rid of a bad habit; or
living up to your values, etc.

In a world filled with temptation, it is very hard to live a disciplined life. We are constantly reminded that there are various impulses that we can act on. For example, there is now a pill on the market that promises you increased fitness and guaranteed weight loss. Most people would argue that this is a better option than going to gym and spending a lot of time and effort on training. Then there are all the home-fitness devices you can buy, yet most of them eventually end up abandoned in a storeroom or cupboard. This is only one example of how our self-discipline becomes eroded by the many options we have to choose from on a daily basis.

Self-discipline is much more than just a mindset. I would think it would include the following:
Taking a decision.
Setting small, reachable goals.
Developing a routine for yourself.
Rewarding your actions.
Reflecting weekly to monitor progress.
Making adjustments if need be.
Speaking to people who will encourage you.
Staying away from temptation.
Doing what it takes to stay motivated.

All the great achievers in this world have mastered self-discipline. If you follow their example, your life will become a testimony to success. Remember that anything you desire to achieve has an element of self-discipline woven into it .Think of a life of:
Financial freedom.
Health.
Good personal relationships.
Enjoyable and fulfilling work.

All of these will take a special effort from you. This special effort will be based on your self-discipline to define what you want from life and then to work single-mindedly towards your goals. Challenge yourself and live the life you want. Soon you will be proud of your achievements!