Marcus Aurelius – How To Build Self Discipline (Stoicism)

The lesson is about building self-discipline based on the insights from Marcus Aurelius’ autobiographical writings known as the Meditations. The first insight is that self-discipline starts with finding your purpose, as having a clear understanding of your goals gives you a reason to do the task. The second insight is to count on yourself and commit to all the little actions you will take to achieve your goals, no matter the challenges. The third insight is to show up every day and put in the work, as consistency is crucial for achieving your goals. To achieve self-discipline, it is important to have a solid purpose, a practical plan, and consistency in taking action towards your goals.