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I once associated discipline with desire. If I cared enough about getting stronger, I’d go to the gym. If I cared enough about good grades, I’d study. As I became more consistent academically, I realized that motivation has little to do with discipline.

Some days I don’t want to work out. I’m tired. I’m busy. I’d rather stay in bed or do something else. But there’s a difference between not wanting to do something and deciding not to do it. Going to the gym has taught me that discipline begins when motivation ends.

This lesson has carried over to other parts of my life, including........

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