Dogs need discipline too
You know a key to life that is missing from a lot of our lives? Discipline.
It is a common misconception that you are either disciplined or you aren't, it's just the way you are made. That is not the way it works.
You can become more disciplined by being intentional and working on it. Here are 4 things you can do daily to help reinforce your discipline.
1. Keep the goal in mind
I can’t remember the last time I took a week off from working out when I wasn’t sick. I am absolutely driven (possibly addicted) to exercise.
It wasn't always like that though. If I ever need a little inspiration I pick up a 50 pound dumbbell and remember I used to carry that weight on my body all day long when I was overweight.
Never going back to being overweight is a huge motivator for me.
2. Realize you need it
Sounds simple, but it’s the truth. Look at your life and see where you need discipline and why you need it. It’s in there somewhere. Maybe it’s a weakness for sweets you can’t break the habit of eating or you, but you know there is an area you need. Think of some area in your life that you feel has gotten out of control. Knowing is half the battle.
3. Do something every day you don’t want to do
Not things you HAVE to do like go to work, pay bills, waking up early, etc... For me it’s wearing pants. Technically I don’t have to, but it is in everybody’s best interest so I do.
It could be as simple as walking the dog out in the cold, making your bed, or drinking a glass of water. Overcoming that initial aversion to doing something, even if it is something small, will make it easier in the future to break through the next time and get things done.
That will also bleed over into your workouts. When you feel like quitting, you know you can push a little further. There is power in knowing for a fact you can do something.
