10 Powerful Ways to Master Self-Discipline & Lead a Happier Life
Like everything else that brings progress, the greatest struggle is always within ourselves. That's why you need to learn self-discipline.
It may be hard to believe when you're facing a hot-fudge sundae or the prospect of sleeping in versus hitting the gym, but studies show that people with self-discipline are happier.
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People with a higher degree of self-control spend less time debating whether to indulge in behaviors that are detrimental to their health, and are able to make positive decisions more easily. They don't let impulses or feelings dictate their choices. Instead, they make level-headed decisions. As a result, they tend to feel more satisfied with their lives.
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