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Unleash Your Potential With Ease

Mastering control without losing yourself

Bill Abbate
ILLUMINATION
Published in
5 min readJul 26, 2024

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Are you disciplined? Some people are so disciplined they can choke the enjoyment and fun out of life. Conversely, others lack discipline, leading to chaos and missed opportunities. Striking a balance between these extremes is crucial. Is it possible? Absolutely, and easier than you might think. Read on to learn more.

Living a disciplined life

A disciplined life offers many advantages and is the bedrock of success and personal growth. Yet, like any strength, excessive discipline can stifle creativity and joy. Is it possible to lead a disciplined yet enjoyable life? Absolutely! By understanding the nuances of discipline, you can harness its benefits while preserving spontaneity and happiness.

It is well known those who lead a disciplined life experience more success than those who do not. Exceptions may exist, but they are rare.

How do you strike a balance between being disciplined and undisciplined? Develop it where it helps you most. It’s your choice where to practice it, so choose wisely, and you will receive considerable benefits! As psychiatrist and author M. Scott Peck wrote, “Discipline is wisdom and vice versa.” Discipline is key to

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Bill Abbate
ILLUMINATION

Leadership Writer and Editor in ILLUMINATION, Leadership/Executive Coach, Author www.BillAbbate.com