June 13, 2025

Discipline isn't about feeling good.

Discipline isn't about feeling good.

It's about showing up when you don't.

As founders, we glorify the hustle.

But here's the truth about discipline:

↳ It's not waiting for motivation.

↳ It's not asking permission from your feelings.

It's the quiet force that moves you forward when:

• Your team needs you (but your inbox feels overwhelming)

• Your business needs decisions (but uncertainty clouds your mind)

• Your vision needs work (but Netflix beckons)

Here's what most founders miss:

Discipline isn't your enemy.

↳ It's your shield.

It protects:

→ Your vision from daily chaos

→ Your commitments from momentary doubts

→ Your growth from comfortable excuses

But here's the plot twist:

↳ You can be disciplined AND kind to yourself.

How?

1/ Honor the resistance

↳ Feel the discomfort

↳ Acknowledge it's normal

↳ Move forward anyway

2/ Build recovery into your rhythm

↳ Discipline includes rest

↳ Schedule your breaks

↳ Make peace non-negotiable

3/ Celebrate small wins

↳ Progress over perfection

↳ Today's effort counts

↳ Growth is gradual

Because true discipline isn't about being harsh.

↳ It's about being consistent.

↳ Even when it feels uncomfortable.

↳ Especially when it feels uncomfortable.

What uncomfortable thing will you do today that your future self will thank you for?