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What role does self-discipline play in your life? Is discipline a fixed trait or is it something you can improve through practice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people think of discipline as a virtue, an admirable trait that we strive for but don’t always achieve. But science tells a different story: Discipline is like a muscle that can be trained with practice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we\u2019ve rounded up the best self-discipline books to add to your reading list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Power of Self-Discipline<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Discipline, or willpower, is the ability to exercise self-control when you need it\u2014it\u2019s an instinct that’s wired into our brains. Yet it seems like discipline vanishes at crucial moments, like when your coworker shows up with a box of donuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to learn how discipline works and how you can improve it, check out our roundup of the best self-discipline books from Shortform\u2019s library: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discipline Equals Freedom<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Discipline Equals Freedom<\/a><\/em>, Jocko Willink argues that the key to mastering your mind, reaching your highest goals, and discovering your full potential is unwavering discipline. Willink is an author, speaker, and podcaster that shares his lessons and philosophy of discipline acquired from 20 years of service as a US Navy SEAL. Through his military and leadership experience, he\u2019s learned that success depends on disciplined, daily decisions like waking up early and putting off your break until tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Obstacle Is the Way<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A cult classic among professional athletes, The Obstacle Is the Way<\/em> is a guidebook to solving any problem preventing you from achieving ambitious goals<\/a>. It\u2019s based on the tenets of Stoicism\u2014an ancient Greek philosophy emphasizing rationality, discipline, and personal responsibility. Ryan Holiday argues that by choosing to view your obstacles in an empowering way, you can turn them into your greatest assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12 Rules for Life<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Author Jordan Peterson argues that modern secularism and reliance on science has left a void in answers to important existential questions: What is the point of living? Why do bad things happen to good people? What am I supposed to do to make myself happier? 12 Rules for Life<\/em> addresses these questions and gives a set of life principles to live by. Learn why you should stop telling lies to others and yourself, how to discipline yourself to stop doing things you know are bad for you, and how to pursue what is truly meaningful for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dopamine Action<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there something you indulge in more often than you’d like? Maybe it’s checking social media, eating junk food, or binging shows and movies on streaming platforms. In Dopamine Nation<\/em>, addiction treatment specialist Anna Lembke explores what causes these behaviors and how you can take back control. She explains both the neurological and emotional causes of overindulgence and provides clear actionables to help you strengthen your self-discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Willpower Instinct<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Willpower Instinct<\/a> <\/em>is one of the more scientific self-discipline books. In this book, Stanford psychology professor Kelly McGonigal details how our natural willpower gets compromised by stress, distraction, lack of sleep and exercise, and a host of other factors. Using the latest psychology and neuroscience research, she offers strategies to help us defeat procrastination, control cravings, and achieve our goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 12 Week Year<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We all have things we want to accomplish in life, and we all want to be a success in our professional endeavors. We set annual goals, but after a year, we\u2019re no closer to our goals than before. There\u2019s too much time in a year to focus properly on the necessary tasks, and there are other responsibilities and distractions that hinder our productivity. The 12 Week Year <\/em>will teach you five disciplines that will help you achieve your goals<\/a> and effect lasting, positive changes in your life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Are a Badass<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You were born to be a badass, but are you getting the most out of your life<\/a>? In You Are a Badass<\/em>, author Jen Sincero<\/a> helps you identify and change the self-sabotaging thoughts and behavior patterns that are stopping you from living up to your potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating a better life requires only one simple shift: Going from wanting to change your life<\/a> to deciding to change your life. This book will explain why you are the way you are, how to change what you don\u2019t like, and how to love yourself as you create a new, awesome life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who Will Cry When You Die?<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Who Will Cry When You Die?<\/em>, self-help guru Robin Sharma wants to know if you\u2019ll feel happy with the life you\u2019ve led when you\u2019re on your deathbed. Sharma thinks that most people lead lives they\u2019ll regret because they focus on the wrong things\u2014success, money, fame\u2014and none of the right things\u2014family, community, love. If you think you might have end-of-life regrets<\/a>, Sharma provides a collection of pithy life lessons and advice to help you seize control of your life and turn it into one you\u2019ll look back on fondly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Daily Stoic<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What do J.K. Rowling, LL Cool J, and George Washington have in common? Stoic philosophy. For generations, Stoicism has motivated scores of people to live well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In The Daily Stoic<\/em>, Ryan Holiday and translator Stephen Hanselman share insights from the ancient Stoic philosophers on how you too can live a good life<\/a>. It was a bestseller in 2016 and has since been expanded into a thriving podcast and website. At the core of Stoicism is the belief that the cardinal virtues\u2014self-discipline, courage, justice, and wisdom\u2014are the source of internal stability and the measure of a good life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deep Work<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like most people, you\u2019re probably easily distracted by wandering thoughts or social media updates while trying to be productive. In Deep Work<\/em>, Cal Newport teaches you how to develop your focus and resist distractions so that you can rise to the top of your field and drive toward your most important goals. He contends that focus is like a mental muscle: Through deliberate training, you can strengthen your focus and expand your mental capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Words<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The key to getting a handle on your life is to develop self-discipline<\/a>. In developing discipline, you choose to make active decisions in your life, rather than letting life happen to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you feel like your actions are driven by circumstances and impulsive emotions, reading self-discipline books can help you seize back control.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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