Self-Discipline Habits To Improve Your Life

Self-discipline is one of those catch-all terms that gets thrown around a lot, but the reality is that self-discipline is much more nuanced than just being able to sit at your desk and work for hours on end. Self-discipline is all about making incremental changes that add up to big gains over time. The only way to improve your self-discipline—and thus, improve your life—is by committing yourself to consistent daily actions and habits. Here are a few simple ways you can start building better habits today:

Set a goal and track your progress.

Goal setting is a great way to start the process of self-discipline. But, it’s not enough to simply make your goal. You need to write it down, make it visible and track your progress towards it. For example, if you want to lose weight, you should set a specific target weight and write down what dress size or weight loss percentage that is equivalent to in kilograms. This way you can see how far along you are with your self-discipline goals by looking at what has been achieved so far (tracking progress).

For example:

I want to lose 20 pounds in 3 months = 40 lbs lost by end of June 2020 (20 x 3) = 60 lbs lost by September 2020 (60/2) = 30 lbs lost by March 2021 (30/2) = 15 lbs left until my goal weight!

Create new habits around little things.

Start small and gradually make bigger changes.

Make a list of things you want to do, then set a realistic goal for each item (for example, I will complete my laundry by Tuesday). Now set a time frame for each goal (for example, I will complete my laundry by 8:00pm on Tuesday). Write down your goals and keep them visible.

Set yourself up for success by creating habits that work with your schedule instead of against it

Start small and gradually make bigger changes.

The key to building self-discipline habits is starting small and gradually making bigger changes. When you’re working on building a new habit, the most important thing is consistency. It’s easy to get discouraged when you can’t stick with something for long, but it’s also important not to give up after a few days of failure.

In fact, trying for perfection right away is one of the biggest mistakes people make when they try to make big changes in their lives—and it can lead directly back into procrastination mode! If you want to build self-discipline, take small steps so that each change becomes easier and more natural over time.


After all, there are no overnight successes: even if your goal seems far off at first glance (and even though many people do give up before they ever reach it), every journey begins with a single step forward towards what matters most in life—and that should be enough motivation for even the laziest among us!

Write out your thoughts at the end of each day.

As you go through your day, take some time to reflect on the most important parts of the day. Write down what did well and what could have gone better, so that you can remember this in the future. This practice is incredibly helpful for keeping yourself accountable for your own self-improvement. It will also allow you to identify areas where you need improvement, so that when you do come across those situations again in the future, they won't catch you off guard or cause discomfort as much as they would have before this exercise was completed.

Wake up earlier than you need to.

Waking up early is not easy. It’s hard enough to fall asleep at a decent time, but when your body is used to being awake later, it can be even more difficult to get up earlier than you need to.

However, there are plenty of reasons why waking up early will make your life better:

You have more time in which to get things done and accomplish your goals.

Working out in the morning is easier because your body is rested and energized.

You don't waste any time in traffic or on public transportation because everyone else is still sleeping at that hour!

Drink water when you wake up.

Drinking water first thing in the morning is a great habit to begin. Your body gets dehydrated overnight, so it’s important to rehydrate right away. When you drink water instead of coffee or tea, it can help you feel more awake and alert without the crash that comes with caffeine. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day also helps with weight loss because it keeps your hunger at bay and prevents cravings for unhealthy snacks like chips or cookies. Lastly, staying hydrated throughout the day will prevent headaches!


Create a morning routine that works for you.

You’ve probably heard that it’s a good idea to have a morning routine. But why?

Having a morning routine sets the tone for your day, and can help you achieve goals like eating healthy, exercising, and working on projects that are important to you. In fact, research shows that people who stick to their morning routines are more successful in their career and relationships than those who don’t.

So how do you create a morning routine that works for you? The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—everyone has different needs and wants out of life. But here are some things to consider when creating yours:

What would make me feel energized when I wake up? It could be anything from playing music while doing yoga or meditation before breakfast all the way through taking care of daily tasks such as laundry or getting dressed first thing in the morning. Whatever makes sense! Remember: You should feel excited about this part of your day instead of dreading it!

Self-discipline is all about making incremental changes that add up to big gains over time.

Self-discipline is an important skill to have. It allows you to stay focused on your goals and achieve what you want in life, whether it’s losing weight, organizing your workspace, or starting that side business.

There’s no denying that self-discipline can be hard to come by sometimes. We all have moments where we find ourselves caught up in distractions and temptations rather than doing what we really need to do. But if you practice these habits, they will help build up your discipline over time so that eventually you start making progress towards a goal without even thinking about it.

This week I want to share some simple steps anyone can take this week (and every week) to increase their self-discipline:

Track your progress - If there is one thing that helps people stick with their goals long term, it's tracking their progress as they move toward them. For example: If you're trying out a new diet plan and keeping track of how many calories you're eating each day helps keep us from going off course (and keeps us accountable). You'll feel more motivated when everything starts showing signs of improvement! Even if it's something small like walking 10 minutes more each day or spending 5 minutes less time on social media every morning before work; whatever works for someone else might not work for me but I still think getting started on any type of routine will help build self-discipline later on down the road :)

Create an early morning routine - I'm sure most people know about this already but creating an AM routine is crucial because once we get into our daily patterns at home/work etc., those habits become hardwired into our brains by default so naturally making time each day before work means fewer excuses later on when things heat up during lunch hour rush hour traffic jams etc.; especially since

Conclusion

This is just a small sampling of the many things you can do to develop your self-discipline. We’ve given you some good starting points, but there are many other ways to improve your discipline that may be more effective for you. The key is to find something that works for you and stick with it!