Discipline
Disciplinarians believe that self-control is of the utmost importance and enforce a set of rules that aim to develop such behaviour. Such enforcement is often based on punishment.
For other uses, see Discipline (disambiguation).Disciplinary techniques[edit]
Time management[edit]
Disciplined time management includes removing distractions—the author of No B.S. Time Management for Entrepreneurs recommends treating time as a precious resource.[1] Achieving positive outcomes hinges on a supportive environment of disciplined behavior that requires and rewards good actions.
Discipline rooted in obedience centers on valuing hard work, diligence, adherence to authority, and self-discipline for job advancement.[2] Reminders can be provided to guide members in meeting performance indicators, organizational objectives, adhering to rules, or following instructions. The downside to this model is that disobedience can occur when there are no punishments or rewards in place and when there is no one there to administer the member since obedience-based discipline is whether trouble is detected or not.[3] An obedience-based model uses consequences and punishments as deterrents,[4] whereas the responsibility-based model shifts away from using rules, limits, and consequences, as well as punitive measures like detention, suspension, expulsion, and counseling. Students have demonstrated improved academic success and better behavior management in schools with responsibility-centered discipline, where teachers use a five-step rule-based technique to resolve conflicts:[5]
Gaining self-control involves managing reactions. External events or outcomes in one's life can never be controlled, yet reactions and attitudes can.[27]
Maintaining a disciplined mind leads to effective reactions. Firstly, boredom can be created if one is not occupied. Secondly, lack of discipline may cause problems for social, mental, and academic performance, as excessive worry about future events consumes time. Thirdly, discipline helps preserve peace and order. Lastly, the disciplined person understands the consequences of their actions.
Self-control includes avoiding impulsivity, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors.[55] Overcoming such tendencies is an initial step for personal improvement. The ability to regulate one's emotions and behavior is a key component of the brain's executive function that helps to plan, monitor, and attain goals. Succumbing to immediate impulses hinders both internal growth and external impact. Self-control entails resisting certain actions, whereas discipline involves adopting routines to cultivate positive habits. Self-control means effective decision-making amid competing choices, while discipline fosters the accumulation of habits to bolster success; thus, self-control and discipline may overlap. Anyone can benefit from healthy habits and can take measures to control their behavior.
Four strategies are: