4. Srila Prabhupada
Self-discipline means not to identify with this
body.
Obedience is the first law of discipline. If
there is no obedience, there cannot be any
discipline.
Disciple means one who follows discipline.
5. Srila Prabhupada
The constitutional position of a living entity,
represented by Arjuna, is that he has to act
according to the order of the Supreme Lord.
He is meant for self-discipline.
6. Srila Prabhupada
The brahmacari … under strict observance of
discipline comes to understand the values of
life along with taking specific training for a
livelihood.
7. Srila Prabhupada
Without being self-controlled, without being
disciplined and without being fully obedient,
no one can become successful in following the
instructions of the spiritual master, and
without doing so, no one is able to go back to
Godhead.
9. Challenges
Not understanding why
Not being convinced it’s beneficial
Laziness
Lack of motivation
Lack of determination
Comfort zone
Any other?
10. Whether you feel like it!
Discipline yourself to do what you know you
need to do in order to be the very best devotee.
Definition: "Self discipline is the ability to
make yourself do what you should do when
you should do it, whether you feel like it or
not."
11. Force yourself!
It is easy to do something when you feel like
it. It's when you don't feel like it and you force
yourself to do it anyway that you move your
life and service onto the fast track.
Get out of the comfort zone!
12. Decisions?!
What decisions do you need to make today in
order to start moving forward in your spiritual
life?
Whatever it is, either to get in or get out, make
a decision today and get started.
This single act alone can change the whole
direction of your life.
14. Seven Steps to Self Discipline
1. Decide What You Want
Decide exactly what it is you want in each part
of your life. Become a "meaningful specific"
rather than a "wandering generality."
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2. Write It Down
Write it down, clearly and in detail. Always
think on paper. A goal that is not written is
merely a wish and it has no energy behind it.
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3. Set A Deadline
Set a deadline for your goal. A deadline acts as
a "forcing system" in your subconscious mind.
It motivates you to do the things necessary to
make your goal come true. If it is a big enough
goal, set sub-deadlines as well. Don't leave this
to chance!
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4. Make A List
Make a list of everything that you can do to
achieve your goal. Write down all the tasks
and activities until your list is complete.
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5. Organize Your List
Organize your list into a plan. Decide what you
will have to do first and what you will have to
do second. Decide what is more important and
what is less important. And then write your
plan on paper, the same way you would
develop a blueprint to do your dream service
for Krsna.
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6. Take Massive Action Intelligently
Think about what is the best way to take
vigorous action on your plan. Then do
something. Do anything, but get busy. Get
going - intelligently! Use your intelligence and
energy most effectively and efficiently.
20. Seven Steps to Self Discipline
7. Do Something Every Day
Do something every single day that moves you in the
direction of your most important goal at the moment.
Develop the discipline of doing something 365 days
each year that will move you forward. You will be
absolutely astonished at how much you will
accomplish when you utilize this formula in your life
every single day.
26. Personal Action Plan
SMART goal with specific reporting time
regarding your action point(s).
27. SMART Goal
Specific - clearly defined
Measurable - tangible, quantifiable
Attractive - inspiring
Realistic - within your capacity/influence
Time-bound - has a deadline
28. SMART Goal
Write it down
Read it daily
Do something every day
Report
29. Take action!
First, decide exactly what you want, write it
down with a deadline, make a plan and take
action - on at least one slef discipline goal -
today!
Second, determine the price you will have to
pay to achieve this goal and then get busy
paying that price - whatever it is.
Pray to Krsna for the ability.
