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self-discipline

Being the bigger person in heated situations can be very difficult. However, it’s worth considering that the people in our lives can only influence us if we allow them. 

From youth, we are influenced by everything. It’s easy to see why we fold, giving others power over us. However, this can be easily reversed; it’s up to the individual. 

It’s effortless to approach life positively or negatively; it’s up to us to decide the attitude we use through the looking glass. 

Many forget that our body is an extended instrument of our mind. Remembering that our thoughts create our feelings, which lead to our actions is essential.

It can be very tedious for someone to try to get under our skin, although this is a reflection of the source. We all have the power to control ourselves consciously; self-control is a virtue that has no set duration.  It is something that we will always be tested on. Everyday in every way. 

Everyone has to go through enough friction to conclude that they need to lock in. 

Questioning ourselves on what we want is inevitable. Removing external factors that influence our wants is worth a try. This can be done by journaling,  various methods include mind mapping, bulletins, and mood tracking. When meeting the conclusion of what we truly want, it’s important to set the necessary goals to get there.  

Self-discipline can open doors for us to lead the people we love to our perceived place of enlightenment, this doesn’t guarantee that those we try to help will appreciate what we’re trying to do and this is okay. Keeping a sense of equanimity can come in handy when heading into friction with another individual. Remembering that both parties have detailed and unique points of view can take the situation to a very unpredictable place.  

Having a sense of cool when the other party gets hot is better than getting just as angry as the other person. Allowing ourselves to cool down when we do get irritated is necessary, oftentimes we don’t and the situation is more likely to escalate. It’s notable that every argument carried on by two individuals also has a third perspective which is nonbiased to either party. 

Disciplining ourselves to see any benefit within an uncomfortable and irritating circumstance is way harder than it sounds although we are capable. Consider taking the time to ask people questions and listening fully to what they’re saying before trying to write them off. Learn the differences between friendly analysis and unfriendly criticism; this is extremely important. 

Self-discipline is an ongoing experience that opens a door within us. Any person who is taking the time to build positive habits and find themselves we applaud and wish you the best life. Always remember that everyone, yes even you holds the ability to build a stunning self-image that radiates beauty.