490. The Discipline of Writing.

The discipline of writing something down is the first step to making it happen. Boldness has magic and power within it; begin now !

Writing down your plans, goals etc. creates the bridge between the thoughts in the subtle world (your mind) and the actual reality in the here and now.

241. Controlling the Imagination.

The Imagination is a wonderful tool of the creative mind. Bear in mind that it is a servant and do not let it become your master. Always retain control over it. Be clear about the distinctions between reality and imagination and between imaginings and imagination. Imagination is always glamorous. It is the movie. Reality is never quite so pretty. Imagination allows you to be creative if it is used properly. When being creative if the mind throws up some fantastic image, do not say "This cannot be done." Rather, you should ask "How can this be done ?"

The ability to distinguish between reality and imagination is the ability to remain sane. If you cannot tell the difference, you are well on the road to madness.

Imagination is what allows you to be a great writer, poet, playwright, artist, sculptor, movie-maker or actor. Reality is the discipline to work through the obstacles to the execution of your imagined ideas. It is the persistence that keeps you at your desk even when you can think of nothing to write. It is the determination to never settle for second-best.

"Die Beste oder nichts" -Karl Benz.

225. Keep Calm and Carry On

Remain calm and disciplined at all times. Await the appearance of disorder in the ranks of the enemy before launching an attack.

143. Austerity

"Austere perseverence, harsh and continuous may be employed by the smallest of us and rarely fails of its purpose for its silent power grows irresistibly greater with time." - Goethe
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131. Discipline and Freedon

Only the disciplined are truly free. The undisciplined are slaves to their moods, desires, aversions, appetites and passions. The disciplined ones rise above and control them.

129.What are the 3 Things that Rule the World ?

1. Vision
2. Discipline
3. Passion

In Hindu teachings, it is said that the 3 things that rule the world are the 3 Gunaa - Sattva, Rajas and Tamas. These may be said to correspond to the first 3 listed here. Sattva = Vision. Rajas = Passion and Tamas = Discipline !

61. A Good Definition of Discipline

Dr. Wayne Dyer defines discipline as an inner Code of Ethics, something for you to internalise and use in order to be an effective, intelligent, moral no-limit person. It has nothing to do with external "discipline", crime, punishment or criticism of how you yourself or others behave. True discipline always comes from within. To this end, learn to always do what is true to who you are inside rather than going along with what others are doing.

59. Discipline and Responsibility.

As you grow, you are learning to become more and more disciplined. Ultimately, all your discipline comes from within. You will learn to take care of yourself, physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and materially. This involves the practices of good hygiene, meditation, martial arts, exercise, diet, study, investing and saving. Disciplines like these can be fun, rewarding and exhilirating. They help to give you control over your life. Acquiring these disciplines and embodying them is about taking responsibility for your own life.