Discipline vs Motivation: Which Actually Builds a Life?
There was a time when I believed motivation was everything. I would wait for the right mood. The right energy. The perfect morning. And on days when I felt inspired, I could conquer the world. But here’s the uncomfortable truth I slowly learned: Motivation is a feeling. Discipline is a decision. And feelings are unreliable. The Seduction of Motivation Motivation feels magical. You watch an inspiring video. You read a powerful quote. You feel charged. Suddenly you want to: Wake up at 5 AM Build your dream business Eat healthy Work out Change your entire life But what happens two days later? Energy drops. Mood shifts. Excuses appear. Motivation is emotional fuel. It burns fast. Even great achievers like David Goggins often talk about how motivation is unreli...
