Breaking Through the "Want Wall" - The Power of Self-Discipline

For years, I yearned to be that person who embraced the morning, prioritizing my well-being before the day's demands took over. The desire to stay fit, learn French, and cut back on nightly wine lingered, but they remained elusive aspirations. Then came the "want wall" moment - the realization that merely wanting change wasn't enough.

Wanting serves well for the initial burst, but it takes self-discipline to endure beyond the first few days. Self-discipline is about doing the hard things even when motivation wanes.

So, how does one transition from wanting to disciplined action? It starts with a decision.

A want is a desire, a preference without a concrete plan. In contrast, a decision involves commitment and intention, a pledge to take specific actions to make things happen.

I decided with specificity. Waking up at 4:30 am six days a week, practicing French daily, limiting wine to Saturdays - these were my commitments. Crucially, I committed even on tough days, tired days, eventful days, and days I just didn't feel like it. Missing a day didn't mean quitting; it meant getting back on track.

Another commitment I made was not to quit altogether. These were aspects of my compelling vision, non-negotiable elements of who I wanted to become. Deciding, committing, and refusing to quit formed the three crucial pillars. I'll call them the "Self-Discipline Trinity".

With these pieces in place, I achieved a level of self-discipline I hadn't known in my 46 years. This newfound discipline, paired with consistency, bolstered my confidence. It propelled me to launch my coaching business, a feat that had eluded me for far too long.

For me, deciding, committing, and not quitting were the catalysts for change. Couple that with a clear, value-aligned vision, measurable goals, action plans, a dash of accountability, and there you have it!

So, the next time the snooze button beckons, remember this mantra: **DECIDE. COMMIT. DON'T QUIT.™**

What's been on your 'want' list for years? Have you hit your 'want wall'? Are you ready to decide, commit, and not quit? Let's break through together! 💪✨ #SelfDiscipline #CommitToChange #DecideCommitDontQuit