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.

Chloe Trent And Deken Taylor

Our self-discipline comes from how we were raised, with creativity, responsibility, and hard work being part of daily life.

For Chloe, it began with her sustainable upbringing. Her family repurposed everything—grocery bags became trash liners, pasta jars turned into snack containers, and old shirts became cleaning rags. Read More>>

Vicky Truong

My sense of discipline comes from having the lived experience of having a lack of discipline and direction, and feeling the consequences of it and the chaos it caused for me and those around me. Read More>>

Kristin Shim

At a restaurant, a seven-year-old girl sat with her family and family friends, quietly observing the adults around her enjoying drinks. She recalled the lessons from school about the long-term health risks of excessive alcohol consumption and drug use. Read More>>

Krystal Garcia

My family. I come from a family line of very hardworking people on both my mom and my dad’s sides. My grandparents always said that your responsibilities come first – taking care of your home and family should always be your first priority.  Read More>>

Elizabeth Barlow

People often say to me “you are so disciplined.”

They are referring to the fact that I go to my studio and paint six days a week, Monday – Saturday. (When I’m up against a looming deadline, I may paint on Sundays too.)

But I really am not disciplined. I am devoted. Read More>>

Jiaxin Wang

My self-discipline has been shaped by playing various sports such as soccer, basketball, and swimming from a young age. My urge on being an athlete and succeeding in those sports meant day-to-day dedication. Read More>>