Discipline

Most people will tell you that I am fairly disciplined individual. I do things a certain way most every time. I do things that most people find a hard time doing because I know it is probably good for me. However, sometimes, I wonder if I am disciplined or if I am just a guy who likes his ruts.

Discipline has been instilled in me from various sources. I saw the examples my parents set; always seeing it through, always completing commitments. The military certainly reinforced discipline. I found through training that I can do far more than I ever thought possible, if I am disciplined enough to see it through.

Today's word is just something I came across that says, "Discipline is just choosing between what you want NOW and what you want MOST."

I have shared with others how I make big purchase decisions. Of course, I pray about it first. Then, I imagine the item I am wanting to purchase sitting beside a stack of money equivalent to the purchase price. If I decide that I would rather have the stack of money, I don't purchase the item. If I decide I would rather have the item, I purchase it. It's my way of trying to stay disciplined in my spending. I am going to have to be in order to pay the house off, get the kids through college, etc.

There is something to be said for instant gratification. Sometimes, the feeling from getting something right NOW is hard to beat. But, it pales in comparison to getting something you really WANT. Be disciplined.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T