6. Discipline

Disc 520

Discipline is a skill that is known to the world. Yet, few fully understand the true meaning of discipline, let alone master it. But for the most successful people in the world, discipline is what differentiates them from the masses. Successful people often live their life with great discipline on a daily basis.

Discipline lets you keep your focus on reaching your goals by sticking to doing what is right. It is the bridge between setting goals and accomplishing them. There are two types of discipline you need to develop: internal and external discipline. External discipline is the ability to adhere to societal norms and established rules. Internal discipline (or self-discipline) is your ability to restrain yourself and the ability to differentiate right from wrong.

Even If There is No One

While both are important, developing internal discipline is what leads to success in life. For example, if you want to achieve financial independence early, you need to be self-disciplined to put money into your savings even when no one is there to enforce it.