One of the most essential skills for unlocking our potential is self-discipline. We asked some of the most inspiring creatives and entrepreneurs where their self-discipline comes from.
Olivia Dailey
I feel a responsibility to those I work with. Because they are putting in their time and effort to the project, I can’t let them down by not pulling my weight. I am committed to holding up my end of the bargain, and that keeps me from slacking off when I really want to. Which doesn’t mean I don’t take time for self-care when needed. Read more>>
Debra Rodriguez
My self-discipline comes from my own discovery of my own capabilities. You never know what you can accomplish if you set your mind to something. In 2019 I had reached a low point in my life, and my weight had skyrocketed up to 241 lbs. Read more>>
Tracey Morrison
I believe that my self-discipline has been instilled in me since childhood. I was fortunate to have a strong support system in my parents, who helped shape me into the person I am today. My father planted the seed of greatness in me and my siblings, and as a child, I believed I could go out into the world and make my mark. Read more>>
Romina Oviedo
I began studying music at a very young age. I started with the piano and later transitioned to the viola. I was accepted into the National Conservatory of Buenos Aires and then I had the privilege and honor of performing with some of Argentina’s finest orchestras. Read more>>
Rocquel
My self-discipline comes from my source which is God and motherhood. Being a mom is something that has become the force of everything I do from my nonprofit Learn Reading EZ Hub Inc, Content Creating, and working in the education industry. My kids inspire me, not only to reach new heights but to be the example that the sky is the limit. Read more>>
Valery Rozo
I want to believe that my self-discipline comes from the way I was raised and educated. I grew up in a household where I was taught to do my best in every aspect of life, and that if you start something, you finish it no matter what. Read more>>
Grace Cervantes
For me, self-discipline doesn’t come from some rigid routine or a perfectly mapped-out plan. Honestly, it comes from curiosity this little spark inside me that’s always wondering, “How far can I go? What can I build next? Read more>>
Melinda Bernstein
I developed a Roadmap for myself. It begins with holding myself to account and taking responsibility for my life. It ends with living my ultimate possibility, through passion, pleasure, purpose and peaceful inquiry. Read more>>
Simone Tringali
Where does it come from? I think it was always a part of me. I don’t function well in chaos, or messiness. And ever since I can remember, discipline has helped me stay focus and move forward. It all starts with something I’m interested in. When I’m interested in something, I fully commit. Read more>>
Jasmine Scott aka JCS
My self discipline comes from examining MYSELF and never comparing what others do. There’s no point in that. Once I realize where I went wrong, I go back and try again. I tell myself it’s alright, and I prefer to be patient. I prefer taking my time because the result is always greater than when I rush – like a build up. Read more>>
Marie Valencia
My self-discipline is rooted in real life experiences and understanding how powerful,creating new structural routines for success can be to accomplishing your dreams or goals.I have run my small business for over 11 years solo, so I have many different responsibilities that I have to be accountable for and must continue learning about to be profitable and also, sustainable. Read more>>
Jean C Nunez
God first, and my family. Sometimes it’s not a matter of self discipline, is a matter of compromise, you have to practice to make your skill grow, improve your life by working out and heal your soul through prayer! The idea of making god and my family happy, gives me that extra push when I’m with low batteries. Read more>>
Neal Forster
My self discipline was not great as a young person and only really developed when I joined the Royal Navy where discipline was instilled and expected and I quickly realised that self discipline was needed to progress and develop in the armed forces. This skill was further expanded when in the Derbyshire Police after leaving the Navy. Read more>>
Christy Stransky
When I look at the word self-discipline, I don’t just see routine or restriction. I see a deeper commitment to the end goal—the ability to stay anchored to what matters most even when the easier, more “fun” option is right in front of you. Read more>>
Shunda Jenkins
Self discipline is an inner driving force. It’s not something someone can give to you. It requires all of us to have an inner drive with ourselves. My drive to want to achieve something is a inner guidance I had since I was a child. I just always committed to what I wanted even when it sucked at times. I just showed up no matter what with a good attitude. Read more>>
Ishqa Hillman
I’m Ishqa Hillman, founder of The Canna Boss Babes LLC® – an entrepreneurial support platform that creates safe spaces for people in the cannabis industry to share their stories, learn from each other, and grow together. What makes this work so special is that it was born from my own healing journey. Read more>>
Katie Andrews
I’m naturally a planner. My mind is always running ahead to the next project, the next deadline, the next idea. Yoga has taught me how to slow down, how to breathe through the moments that feel overwhelming, and how to come back to the present instead of constantly living in what’s next. Read more>>
Kim Hoang
It was a challenge because I felt like everything I did, it was not a great fit in my life and I wanted to fill in those pieces to build the puzzle to see the picture. So I started exploring activities of all kinds including sports, art and things of that nature to see that I liked. Once I figured out the things that I felt was my calling and purpose in life, I wanted to aim my energies into them because I felt like it was something that if something higher than me lead me to those callings, then I wanted to make sure I did anything and everything I can to fulfill that purpose. Read more>>
Brandon Mitchell
Consistency, eagerness to learn, and keeping an open mind have definitely allowed me to progress musically and creatively. My advice is to keep people around that actually believe in what you are doing. Cutting out all distractions and practice intermittent fasting to help with your focus. Read more>>
Colleen Lemma
Developing my confidence and self-esteem has been an ongoing journey in this life. And, it is one that continues to unfold every moment of every day. Read more>>
Stephanie Mazzeo
I’ve poured my heart into this craft for over 30 years, and it still lights me up every single day. I’m a licensed and award-winning professional makeup artist based in Central Florida (think Orlando, Daytona Beach, Jacksonville, and beyond. I travel nationwide and internationally with my passport always at the ready). My world revolves around transforming faces with luxe, radiant beauty that feels effortless and lasts through the longest days. Read more>>
Shaziah Zuberi
Friendship with diverse ingredients gave me my life’s purpose!
My new hometown is a melting pot of blending cultures and my friendship circles are as diverse as the ingredients that I use in my cooking. Food flavors drift in and out of cultures – and within them I found my life’s purpose. Read more>>
Mischief & Reason
I am at heart a restless creative – I can’t help but keep creating in all aspects of life. It’s all about keeping up forward momentum, and staying in a state of flow in all things. When I get into a flow state creatively, I can spend hours and often work late into the night perfecting a mix- fine tuning details, breakbeat chops and eq balance changes. Read more>>
Natalia Grazziani
My resilience comes from my mother. Watching her persevere through impossible circumstances taught me what strength truly looks like. Read more>>
Thomas Peters
In creating music, I’ve always believed what my father told me growing up where he said “focus on the effort, not the outcome”. I think it’s so important to put that at the forefront mindset of any artist or entrepreneur, where it’s just the period of time of really falling in love with your craft and dedicating yourself to it fully. Music has that power over me where once I start making music, I become endlessly curious with where it leads me and before I know it, the composition writes itself. Read more>>
Geoffrey Hoyles
My professional focus is the culmination of my entire life’s experience, blending my deep background in finance with a passion for leveling the playing field through technology. Read more>>
Alexius Evers
There’s no roadmap to life—no alarm clock that tells you how, when, or why you’ll arrive at the place burning inside your heart. My journey began simply, with a pencil in hand. I’ve been drawing and creating since childhood—school projects, sketches for fun, anything that allowed my imagination to spill out. Read more>>
