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Mindful Self-Discipline in a World of Distractions with Giovanni Dienstmann • 253

Oct 11, 2022

Giovanni Dienstmann, mindfulness expert, discusses mindful self-discipline. Topics include the limitations of habits alone, being goal-oriented and process-oriented, and the three pillars of mindful self-discipline. They also explore the importance of self-discipline in living in alignment with goals and values, the connection between self-discipline and spirituality, and the significance of understanding the deeper why behind goals. Additionally, they discuss living in the present moment, the difference between 'have to goals' and 'want to goals,' and the importance of self-belief and sacrifice in achieving self-discipline.

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Quick takeaways

Self-discipline requires awareness, willpower, and a deeper connection to your why.

Mindful self-discipline emphasizes the combination of awareness and willpower and promotes self-compassion.

Achieving self-discipline involves finding a balance between being both goal-oriented and process-oriented.

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Developing Mindful Self-Discipline

Developing self-discipline goes beyond building habits. It's about living in alignment with your values and aspirations. Self-discipline allows you to make choices that support your long-term goals, even when faced with impulsive or distracting temptations. While habits can be useful, not everything can be turned into a habit. Self-discipline requires awareness, willpower, and a deeper connection to your why. The mindset of self-discipline involves self-belief, full ownership of your actions and outcomes, and the willingness to make sacrifices. By creating an action plan and incorporating dedicated time in your daily routine, you can make progress towards your goals and cultivate self-discipline.

Introduction

6min

Exploring the Power of Mindful Self-Discipline with Giovanni Dienstmann

2min

The Importance of Self-Discipline

6min

Ancient Traditions, Tap Water Safety, and Gut Health Solutions

4min

Living in the Present Moment and the Importance of Reflection

13min

Understanding the Deeper Values Behind Goals

3min

The Importance of Reconnecting with the Deeper Why

11min

Living Outside In vs. Living Inside Out

5min

The Importance of Self-Discipline

12min

10.

Living a Life of Self-Discipline Through Values

4min

We will learn:

Why habits alone are not enough.
Why you need to be goal-oriented and process-oriented.
The 3 pillars of mindful self-discipline.

We tend to choose what feels good in the moment versus what’s actually good for us.

Regardless of the surface-level reason, there’s almost always a deeper reason. And that deeper reason is usually that you haven’t yet connected the hard thing with a deeper why.

So whether you need help building a consistent morning routine, breaking bad habits, finding your life purpose, increasing motivation and willpower, achieving your goals, or just being more effective with your time, mindful self-discipline can help.

That’s what we’re talking about today.

Our guest is Giovanni Dienstmann. He is a self-discipline coach who has helped hedge fund managers, CEOs, entrepreneurs, celebrity musicians, ambitious professionals, artists, and pro athletes to live a more focused and disciplined life. Since 2014 he has been successfully coaching people to overcome distractions, procrastination, self-doubt, fear, and other forms of self-sabotage.

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