They know they’re responsible for their own flourishing and choose to suffer a little every day rather than a lot whenever they realize they’re not making any progress whatsoever. That’s self-discipline. That’s dealing effectively with the negative feelings trying to hold us back. Acknowledge the inner resistance and do it anyway. You’re strong enough to get up in the morning even when tired. You’re disciplined enough to resist that cookie even when attracted. You’re courageous enough to help the stranger even when scared. It’s time to be the person you want to be. Today, not tomorrow. At the
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