How to Practice Self-Discipline

Written by Amalia ~ Category: Good Life ~ Read Time: 3 min.

Self-discipline is a serious matter.

Practicing it is even more difficult. Many of us try to discipline ourselves daily, but the results are not always what we expect. Self-discipline is the ability to control our internal impulses to achieve a goal. It takes a lot to master it. But nothing is unachievable as long as you find a way.

The first you should do is to adjust your sleep hours. If you wake up in non-productive hours, you will never be productive. Set your alarm clock in a reasonable hour and start your day.

Tip: If you think you will fall asleep again, put the alarm clock away from the bed, so that you will have to get out of bed to turn it off. The unpleasant feeling of getting out of bed will help you to wake up.

To discipline yourself is to schedule your activities or obligations. Make a list of your daily tasks. Planning your day is essential because writing down goals, restrictions, difficulties, and strategies will be easier to deal with. Organizing your thoughts will help you realize it.

Tip: You can use post-it notes and stick them everywhere; on your computer, on the mirror, or in the fridge. This tip will help you a lot since you will relax without having to recall them.

Also, a necessary step is to prioritize. Not all tasks are important at all times. A proper structure and organization are a total pro in self-discipline, as well as prioritizing. A sudden anxiety outbreak will try to put everything in order and lead to a cul-de-sac and guilt. Think of what you need the most and put it on schedule —a step at a time.

Tip: Schedule workout hours. Even a short duration exercise program will activate your body and brain. This way, you will be able to put your thoughts in order. If you are not ready to work out, do the housework! The feeling of obligation is necessary to practice self-discipline.

selfdiscipline-best-practices.jpg

Also, it would be best if you worked focused on being able to control your workplace. Organize your workplace. Find out what distracts you and remove it. The point is to manage your impulses. Distance yourself from temptations.

Tip: Find a quiet place to work. Turn off your social media notifications, the TV. Find a place that inspires you to work.

So, as we see, giving advice and self-discipline practices is easy. But the hard truth is that if we do not change our perspective towards our lives, the circumstances around us will not magically change. So, be confident that you are going to make it. The feeling that we control things is the key factor to self-discipline.

Do not be afraid of failing; we all learn from our mistakes. Persistence and courage will make you disciplined. There are no excuses, no coincidences, and nothing will be perfect. There are not ideal circumstances; you create them. Let all external factors outside and focus on yourself. If you want to achieve your goals, you should work hard, and the result will compensate you.

And the most essential... Do not forget to reward yourself.

You have put a lot of effort, and every step you take is a winning,


Follow Us On Social For More Tips & News

The Working Gal on Instagram

The Working Gal on Facebook

The Working Gal on Pinterest

It took 2 coffees to write this article.


About the author

Amalia

Amalia is the Teacher. She loves what she does. She is addicted to detail: if it isn’t perfect, it’s not good enough. She loves her job and she loves writing. She wants to learn new things and she is very curious about everything. Her favorite question: Why? She usually answers the questions by herself, though.

LinkedIn Instagram Facebook
Search