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So, to get and to keep the disciplined state of mind, we form another endless circle, as shown in Figure 9.3: |
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Knowledge of our proven plan breeds confidence. |
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Confidence in our plan gives us focus. |
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Focus eliminates the distractions and makes it easy to remain disciplined to our plan. |
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Discipline to our plan leads to great results. |
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Great results give us more confidence. |
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This is an endless chain, self-reinforcing and ultimately self-fulfilling. Discipline is not some supreme test of willpower. Knowledge is the key to starting this positive chain of events. If you know your plan will work, why would you do anything but stay disciplined to that plan? If you know your plan will work, discipline to it becomes easy! |
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Figure 9.3
Discipline Cycle |
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