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Scott H Young · 11-04-2006, 06:56 PM

I think there is some truth to that.

Although I would say that disciplined people are simply those who have been conditioned long enough to realize that putting off immediate pleasure will ultimately be rewarded by a greater one. Passion is important, but sometimes you need a little extra push to get you going.

I think you are right in that long-term discipline is really just passion. Willpower can only last for short bursts, never extended journeys.

11-04-2006, 06:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
Scott H Young Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Posts: 64	I think there is some truth to that. Although I would say that disciplined people are simply those who have been conditioned long enough to realize that putting off immediate pleasure will ultimately be rewarded by a greater one. Passion is important, but sometimes you need a little extra push to get you going. I think you are right in that long-term discipline is really just passion. Willpower can only last for short bursts, never extended journeys.