## Notes find a why theres a reason why you're trying to get into productivity make sure it's intrinsic discipline is influence by momentum procrastination not only makes you not do it, it adds a net negative of anxiety and letting competition surpass you solution at to take action before you can even think life calendar ## Highlights Why You Need Self-Discipline Willink gives four reasons you need self-discipline: ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/678c3407-5ef3-47eb-882c-1de1c8577fa1)) Self-discipline makes you the master of yourself. By cultivating and practicing discipline, Willink explains that you gain control over your thoughts and actions. This allows you to overcome bad habits, false excuses, distractions, and emotions in order to effectively accomplish daily tasks that lead to your long-term goals. Therefore, by removing self-imposed obstacles, discipline frees you to live the life you want most. ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/a175a46f-464d-48bd-b416-5677be6842e4)) Self-discipline makes you healthier. When you take control over your actions, you have the power to resist unhealthy temptations. Instead, you’ll be able to develop and maintain habits that keep you healthy—like a clean, nourishing diet and a regular exercise routine. ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/0486a836-5b19-4634-b890-80227f48710b)) Self-discipline helps you reach your goals and realize your full potential. Most of us have dreams and aspirations about things we want to accomplish or the type of person we want to be. Willink contends that even if you don’t have a clear vision for yourself, you’re likely capable of many great things. You might even have talents or resources to make certain goals more attainable. However, it’s discipline that helps you take control of your life and drive the actions necessary to develop good habits, reach your goals, and become the best version of yourself. ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/83d579e3-3f18-4ea4-aef3-4f0d8d2cbe3e)) Self-discipline makes you happier. Willink believes that you achieve happiness by earning it. When you commit to bettering yourself through discipline in pursuit of your goals, you’ll find happiness along the way. ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/a3f7fd9f-78c7-4945-921f-b9468552c78b)) Identify What Drives You The first step to cultivating self-discipline is to find a reason why you should strive to improve. ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/27342d36-9465-4c5e-b9a4-47d3bc645226)) - 💭 my first incentive was the selfish fear of being erased from this earth. since ive been consuming more eastern philosophy i have been looking for a new motivation. ### New highlights added December 18, 2023 at 8:20 PM Establish a Long-Term Goal ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/5d9cfbe9-61c1-4683-8b17-cf2edd3a5be9)) Improve Yourself Incrementally ([View Highlight](https://www.shortform.com/app/highlights/89d2f949-d36c-4abc-b9c5-c49c8a0387af))