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Cultivate selfdiscipline from "summary" of Beyond Order by Jordan B. Peterson
To cultivate self-discipline is to establish a relationship with the future. It is to place oneself in a position in which the future self will be better off than the present self. This requires a form of sacrifice, a willingness to forgo immediate gratification for the sake of long-term goals. Self-discipline is the ability to control one's impulses, desires, and emotions in pursuit of these higher-order goals. It is the foundation upon which a meaningful and productive life is built. Self-discipline is not a restriction or a limitation on freedom, as some may mistakenly believe. Rather, it is a means of expanding one's freedom by enabling the pursuit of long-term goals that may otherwise be out of reach. It is a form of self-regulation that allows individuals to act in accordance with their values and aspirations, rather than being driven by momentary impulses and desires. Developing self-discipline requires practice and effort. It is not something that comes naturally to most people, but rather a skill t...
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