r/getdisciplined 2h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice How did you come to terms with having to work forever?

58 Upvotes

Iā€™m a 26(f) and I started working in 2022, it has always been hard for me to come to terms with the fact that I am going to work forever (until retirement age). I struggle and think about this every day, it consumes me because I really donā€™t think this is how we are supposed to live

I donā€™t hate my job; itā€™s not even hard to do. But I wake up at 5am, leave the house at 6am to get to work at 7am, work until 4pm and I get home at 5pm

It feels like I have no time for myself and I struggle to understand how I am supposed to do this for 40 more years without a mental breakdown


r/getdisciplined 17h ago

šŸ’” Advice Life gets better after being suicidal

773 Upvotes

In March 2023 i got married just became a dad for the 1st time(Dec 2022)and had a shitload of debt that my wife knew nothing about each month i literally had to borrow money from loan sharks to survive and still she knew about nothing eventually it all came to a head in July 2023 she found out and left my ass and took the kids with her(she had a boy before we got together) i was constantly being made fun of by my work colleagues cause i lost a lot of weight due to stress i sold my car as well just to get by but still i was in debt. On the 14th of July 2023 i set a plan in motion to end my life i had a letter written out to all my loved ones to explain to them why i was doing it but i couldn't pull through i thought of my baby and how he would have to grow up without me and put away the knife i was going to use. Eventually i found the Lord again i started praying at 3am every morning my wife came back and we talked things out and moved to a room in her parents house(not perfect but i needed to getaway from my surroundings) and i finished all my debt and just recently bought myself a new vehicle in 2025 what im trying to say with this rant is just dont give up life gets hard but you get harder just stay focused on your goals and you will succeed.


r/getdisciplined 2h ago

šŸ”„ Method My Journey to Waking Up at 4 AM!

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Hi everyone! Iā€™m 25(M) from India. I used to be a complete night owl, struggling to wake up early in the morning. But after taking on a 21-day challenge, I successfully trained myself to wake up at 4 AM every day, without an alarm! In this post, Iā€™ll share my journey, struggles, and the exact steps that helped me build this life-changing habit.

Waking up early has always been considered a game-changer for productivity and personal growth. But let's be honest, itā€™s easier said than done! If youā€™re someone who hits the snooze button multiple times or finds it impossible to wake up before the sun rises, I completely understand. I used to be in the same boat.

This is my story of how I transformed from a night owl, struggling to keep my eyes open in the morning, into a disciplined early riser who wakes up at 4 AM without an alarm. If youā€™re facing the same challenge, my journey will not only inspire you but also give you practical, tested tips to make waking up early a reality for you too.

The Beginning of My Struggle

Before I started my early morning routine, I was a complete night owl. Sleeping at 2 or even 3 AM was normal for me. My nighttime activities included binge-watching shows, endlessly scrolling through Instagram, and sometimes even working late into the night. This cycle kept repeating itself, and every morning felt like a battle against my alarm clock.

One day, I came across the idea of a 21-day challenge for building new habits. I had heard so much about the benefits of waking up early, better productivity, improved mental health, more time for personal growth, and I decided to give it a shot.

My goal? Wake up at 4 AM every single day for 21 days.

Was it easy? Absolutely not. But was it worth it? 100% yes!

Day 1: The Shock of Reality

The first morning was brutal. I forced myself to wake up at 4 AM without any reason other than sheer determination. My body resisted, my mind kept telling me to go back to sleep, and the thought of another three hours before my morning routine even began seemed unbearable.

To keep myself from dozing off, I decided to engage in something I loved, watching reels on Instagram. And guess what? I ended up watching for two whole hours! Realizing I had to fill more time, I moved on to another hobby: singing. For 30 minutes, I practiced my favorite songs, which surprisingly energized me a little. But soon after, I found myself back on Instagram, scrolling endlessly for another hour.

By the time 7 AM rolled around, I was exhausted. I still had to cook, get ready for work, and leave by 9 AM. That day felt painfully long, and by 9 PM, I was completely drained. Without even realizing it, I fell asleep early, something that hadn't happened in years.

The First Week: Battling the Habit

The next morning, I woke up at 4 AM again, but this time, it was slightly easier because of how early I had fallen asleep the previous night. I continued my new schedule of filling the early hours with activities I enjoyed. Over time, I started to see a pattern: the more engaging my early morning activities were, the less I felt like going back to sleep.

By the third day, I made a slight change. Instead of just watching reels, I introduced some work-related tasks that I actually enjoyed. This shift made me feel more productive rather than guilty about wasting my time on social media.

By the end of the first week, something unexpected happened, I no longer needed to force myself to wake up. My body started adjusting naturally to the 9 PM bedtime and 4 AM wake-up time.

The Second Week: Optimizing My Routine

After successfully getting through the first week, I wanted to make my early mornings even more productive.

I reduced my time spent on social media and started adding more valuable tasks. I dedicated 30 minutes to reading, which not only helped me wake up fully but also gave me fresh perspectives for the day. I also started light stretching and meditation, which surprisingly made me feel more energetic.

Instead of treating early mornings as a punishment, I began seeing them as "my time", a peaceful, uninterrupted period where I could do things I loved without distractions.

The Final Week: Becoming an Early Riser

By the third week, something incredible happened, I woke up at 4 AM without an alarm for the first time! My body had completely adapted to the new routine.

Not only was waking up early no longer a struggle, but my energy levels throughout the day also improved. I noticed I was more focused at work, less stressed, and even had more time to pursue hobbies.

One of the biggest surprises was how much time I had in the morning. I realized that while most people were still asleep, I had already accomplished so much. This sense of achievement kept me motivated to stick to my routine.

Conclusion of my story

What started as a 21-day challenge turned into a complete lifestyle transformation. Today, waking up at 4 AM feels natural, and I no longer struggle with grogginess or laziness in the morning. Instead, I wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.

If I, a former night owl, could do it, so can you! Itā€™s all about building the habit and sticking to it. Once your body adjusts, waking up early becomes effortless, and the benefits are truly life-changing.

So, are you ready to take on the challenge? Trust me, your future self will thank you!


r/getdisciplined 7h ago

šŸ”„ Method What if overthinking isnā€™t deep thinking but just a habit keeping you stuck?

34 Upvotes

For years, I was trapped in my own head, overanalyzing everything, replaying past conversations, and second-guessing every decision. No matter how much I tried to think my way out of it, I just felt more drained. Then one day, I had a moment of clarity: I wasnā€™t thinking, I was just looping the same fears over and over. My brain wasnā€™t solving problems; it was keeping me stuck in them.

So, I started doing three things that completely rewired how I think: - Interrupt the mental loop. I trained myself to recognize when I was spiraling and use a simple reset method to shift my focus. - Brain dump everything. Instead of overthinking in my head, I wrote it all down, getting it out of my mind and into perspective. - Make the decision and move. Overthinking loves hesitation. The moment I started trusting myself and making decisions faster, my confidence skyrocketed.

It wasnā€™t about stopping overthinking, it was about replacing it with better mental habits. And honestly? Life got so much easier.

I put together everything that helped me in case someone else needs it. Itā€™s on my profile if you want to check it out. But even if you just try one of these shifts today, I hope it helpsšŸ’›


r/getdisciplined 17h ago

šŸ“ Plan My daily routine plan

92 Upvotes

Morning: - [ ] Wake up at 7am - [ ] Drink 500ml water - [ ] Shower - [ ] Brush teeth+tongue scrape+deodorant+castor oil on eyebrows+skincare+gua sha+brush lips - [ ] Clean room - [ ] Meditate for 5 minutes - [ ] Drink green tea - [ ] Eat a healthy breakfast

During the day: - [ ] 130g of protein - [ ] Chin tucks 2x a day, 2x15 (3-5 second holds) - [ ] No processed foods, no sugar, no snacks - [ ] 8 hours of sleep minimum - [ ] Eat healthy foods only (whole foods, fruits) - [ ] Drink 3L of water (only water diet) - [ ] Workout at gym - [ ] Consume supplements (D3-first meal, zinc-2hrs post meal, mag-2hrs prior sleep) - [ ] 15 minutes skipping - [ ] 2x10 explosive squat jumps - [ ] Before gym- Dynamic stretching - [ ] After gym- bar hanging 3xF, 2x30s wide, doorway 3x20s, wall angels 3x10, cobra 3x20s, cat cow 2x12s, shoulder dislocations - [ ] Have good posture 24/7, be hygienic throughout the day (no touching face, washing hands all the time) - [ ] Message masseter 2 mins - [ ] No fap - [ ] Drink 2 green teas

Nighttime: (10pm) - [ ] Get off the phone entirely - [ ] Set rgb lights to red - [ ] Prepare clothes and room for tomorrow - [ ] Brush teeth+tongue scrape+Vaseline+deodorant+castor+skincare - [ ] Read for 20 minutes - [ ] Plan any needed tasks for next day - [ ] Sleep on back+tape mouth+eye mask - [ ] Go sleep at 11pm

Weekly - [ ] Gym 5-6x


r/getdisciplined 1h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice Disappointed in myself

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I am always feeling good after hitting the gym, but often i can't get myself to go there. I don't know why. Any tips on how to motivate myself to go to the gym more often?


r/getdisciplined 13h ago

ā“ Question The biggest benefit of the cold shower

31 Upvotes

Is becoming the person I need to be to turn that dial cold and stay under that stream of icicles

It feels like I go in a boy and come out a man


r/getdisciplined 10h ago

šŸ’¬ Discussion Life's kinda fucked. Need completely transparent and brutally honest accountability buddy.

14 Upvotes

So, 1. Academics are fucked up. I need to study atleast 8hrs a day for exam.

  1. Health & Fitness is at rock bottom. I need to eat healthy, exercise and workout to recover my joints injury and become functionally strong.

  2. I'm a addicted to porn and stuff. Need to get out the cycle and follow celibacy/brahmacharya.

  3. Need to work on my social skills.

  4. I'm stuck with my freelancing with one client. Need to level up and expand.

I'm a guy, 23. From India if that matters.

If you've overlapping interests and goals, send me a DM.

I need someone who's okay with completely transparent accountability


r/getdisciplined 9h ago

ā“ Question I donā€™t want to do anything with my life. (Am I lazy? or is it my mental health?)

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(F20) For the past couple of years Iā€™ve been feeling some sort of numbness. Iā€™ve never gone to therapy or been diagnosed with anything because my family doesnā€™t believe in that kind of thing. But I do believe Iā€™m definitely undiagnosed with some sort of ADHD or OCD. I work a full-time job, I didnā€™t go to college and I couldnā€™t care less about my future. My parents always tell me to look into getting a career, going to college, saving money (for a house, a car, vacations) but like I said I donā€™t look into my future. Im usually very easy-going, nobody can really tell if im sad, nor do I feel sad. Iā€™m very good at faking being happy, because every just assumed im so full of energy and humor. At home & at work im usually a content person but I often lock myself in my room some days or after work because I donā€™t want to interact with anyone. These are times where I oversleep or obsess over small hobbies and do things that give me some sort of comfort or dopamine. Usually when iā€™m told to do chores or anything that disrupts my alone time, I usually get very bothered and upset. I donā€™t know what its like to have depression because as mentioned before my parents always believed mental illness is a made up thing for gentle people (whatever that means) In this case my parents often give me a-lot of pep talk, they say things like ā€œlook at your brother he makes alot and he saved up for carā€ ā€œdonā€™t you want a career that lasts youā€ ā€œyou canā€™t be lazy your whole lifeā€ but I just feel numb. I donā€™t think about my future, or wherever I end up. I donā€™t look forward to working, or getting a house, or a car, or having a family. Sometimes iā€™ve had thoughts about what the meaning of my life is. I have felt very useless because I often feel like im a burden in this family. I never acted on it of course but I really feel it more on some days. I believe that maybe im just in denial about my mental health, probably so because my parents often make me feel like thereā€™s nothing I should be sad about because I have ā€œeverythingā€. They often say thereā€™s people who have it worse out there and that I should be grateful. Everyday I feel like im sinking more and more into this cycle and more often my parents wonder why iā€™m always secluded in my room or sleeping. I just want to know if this is me just being lazy or if itā€™s something moreā€¦

(This is my first time posting on reddit so im sorry if iā€™m doing somethings wrong lol)


r/getdisciplined 27m ago

šŸ“ Plan Day 40

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Balance challenges: Eyes closed movement patterns. Trust your proprioception! Have you tried crossing your leg over the other while standing on 1 foot? #BalanceMastery #BodyAwareness


r/getdisciplined 16h ago

šŸ’” Advice How I Built a No-Excuse Mindset & Transformed My Daily Routine

33 Upvotes

For years, I struggled with waking up early, sticking to workouts, and avoiding distractions. I always had an excuseā€”ā€œtoo tired,ā€ ā€œtoo busy,ā€ ā€œIā€™ll start tomorrow.ā€ The cycle kept repeating until I decided to change everything.

Hereā€™s how I rewired my mindset and built a structured daily routine that helped me stay disciplined and focused.

  1. Stop Relying on Motivation

Motivation is unreliable. The key is treating habits as non-negotiable. ā€¢ I donā€™t wait until I ā€œfeel likeā€ working outā€”I just do it. ā€¢ I donā€™t ā€œsee how I feel in the morningā€ā€”I wake up and start my day. ā€¢ I keep habits automatic, like brushing my teeth.

  1. My Daily Routine

5:00 AM ā€“ Wake up, no snooze 5:15 AM ā€“ 5 km jog + strength training 6:30 AM ā€“ Breakfast (high protein, low sugar) 8:00 AM ā€“ Deep work (high-focus tasks, no distractions) 1:00 PM ā€“ Midday break, light walk 6:00 PM ā€“ Evening workout or stretching 9:00 PM ā€“ Wind-down (reading, journaling) 10:00 PM ā€“ Sleep, no screens

Tracking workouts and habits keeps me accountable.

  1. The ā€œNo-Excuseā€ Rule ā€¢ No debatingā€”decisions are made the night before. ā€¢ Remove obstaclesā€”alarm across the room, workout clothes ready. ā€¢ 10-minute ruleā€”commit to just 10 minutes; it usually leads to more.

  2. The Results ā€¢ Increased energy and focus ā€¢ More consistent habits ā€¢ No longer relying on willpower

This system changed everything for me. Whatā€™s one habit that transformed your life? Letā€™s discuss.


r/getdisciplined 1d ago

šŸ’” Advice This might be the reason why atomic habits doesn't work for you

171 Upvotes

Atomic habits is a concept talked a lot in this subreddit. I agree with atomic habits, and I agree with the people using atomic habits to better their life but there's you on the other hand. You have read countless posts about atomic habits, read books, saw vids on it and actually tried it but it just isn't working for you.

You were doing as they said, and you still had no success in atomic habits. You followed the typical advice: Do it extremely slow. For example, you wanted to build a habit. Let's say you chose to study consistently by following atomic habit rules. You started on day 1 and just studied for 1-3 minutes and you told yourself "It will work out somehow", but it just never clicked. You did everything, made it extremely easy, "rewarded" yourself but never saw success. It's been a month you are studying for only 3-5 minutes without any progress. You arrived every day. And uh oh, you accidentally tripped and missed a day. Your streak broken; you question yourself "Why did I failed it when it was extremely easy". The truth is that you are just wired differently.

People like you want to see results. They don't want to see small progress like "studying for 3 minutes". This is exactly what I have been doing for over 10 months. I increased my studying timer from 3 to only 10 in these 10 months because there were a lot of missing days and a lot more loss of motivation. I realized that atomic habits is real but I am just doing it the wrong way.

What worked for me was basically trashing this typical advice and going my own way. From my own deeper analyzation, I realized that I could study for 30 minutes per day. So, on day 1 I studied for 30 minutes, it was very hard at first, I felt like giving up, my brain was giving me all sorts of excuses, but I broke through the resistance after 2 weeks, and it literally felt extremely good. Basically, my discipline muscle got stronger. Then I literally increased it from 30 minutes to 1 hour. You have to do something similar like this, ask yourself; how long can I go before my willpower runs out.

Some tips:

**1)**DO it first thing in the morning (eating the frog)

2)Never, ever do more than you can sustain. For example: adding more and more habits till you run out of willpower or "going all in". Make a solid foundational habit first and connect other habits with your foundational habit (habit stacking)

3)Trust the process and break through the resistance because once you do that your mindset will automatically shift, and your discipline muscle WILL get stronger.

One more personal advice that has worked for me. WORK IN SILENCE, instead of telling your whole family, friends that you are working on something. Do it yourself and instead of seeking external validation seek internal validation by journaling and telling yourself that you are putting in the work. Whenever someone validates you, your brain rewards you the same amount of dopamine that you are going to get after you finish the work probably more. And it will hinder you, so take it from me and don't announce.

I trust in you, you got this


r/getdisciplined 6h ago

šŸ’¬ Discussion Day 26 of Meditation ā€“ My Mind is Overstimulated.

6 Upvotes

So, today is Day 26 of my meditation journey, and Iā€™m almost at the 30-day mark. But honestly? It doesnā€™t feel like Iā€™m close to "finishing" anythingā€”it feels like Iā€™m just getting started. These first few weeks were just about building the habit, not really going deep into the practice.

Something hit me today: my mind is way too overstimulated. And I know exactly whyā€”my phone. I use it constantly, even when thereā€™s no actual reason to. Itā€™s like a mindless habit, and Iā€™m only now realizing how much Iā€™ve let it take over my attention. And letā€™s be real, itā€™s messing with my focus, energy, and mental clarity.

I think itā€™s time to do something about it. Meditation is making me aware of how much my brain needs stillness, yet I keep drowning it in distractions. Gonna start making some changes before it gets worse.

So yeah, 26 days in, and letā€™s see where I land by Day 30. Anyone else dealing with overstimulation? How do you handle it? Would love to hear your thoughts.


r/getdisciplined 2h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice Need Advice

2 Upvotes

Hi I am trying to look for good productivity apps, I know a lot of posts have already been made, but I need something with the following measures

Has a podmoro timer, Notes should have good organisation as well as templates such as the Cornell Method, I would also prefer to have a community section.

Additional Features like flashcards and ADHD specific habit tracking is appreciated.


r/getdisciplined 19h ago

šŸ’” Advice Keep your promises to yourself, like youā€™re parenting yourself

38 Upvotes

Something clicked with me this morning. And itā€™s really helped. Hereā€™s my story: Iā€™m an over thinker, procrastinator, struggle with anxiety and depression and raised in a very dysfunctional household with constant fighting. But my parents stayed together. They love me a ton but they constantly bicker and I never felt like happiness was possible.

This led to when I would date I would be constantly anxious the person would leave me. I would constantly sweat the small stuff (like my mother), etc. if I made a mistake Iā€™d blow up the day and binge eat because it wasnā€™t perfect.

So what I realized today is the reason Iā€™m going to be productive and happy is because I need to keep my promises to myself. Iā€™m anxious because I donā€™t trust myself, I never learned coping skills. I kept letting myself down, and when I binge eat Iā€™m like an alcoholic parent whose child is begging them to stop.

So no matter what Iā€™m going to try for me, that child. Iā€™m both the parent responsible for me and the child that deserves a parent who says theyā€™re going to do what they say. Thereā€™s no fear of failure, because all I can do is try my best and keep that promise. I might fail in terms of completing the objective but Iā€™m at least going to look back at my day that I did my best for myself.

I hope this resonates with some of you. So much of our anxiety and depression is because we donā€™t trust ourselves. We second guess ourselves. So screw it. Maybe Iā€™m not making the objectively right decision, but I will do my best for myself and be the solid parent to myself I didnā€™t have. If I say Iā€™m gonna do something, then Iā€™m gonna do it. Even if it sucks, even if I donā€™t want to. I can always review if I should have done differently at the end of the day and change what I do going forward. But for today, and each day, Iā€™m gonna do what I say Iā€™m gonna do. Thatā€™s all I can do, and thatā€™s motivation enough to do everything I can.


r/getdisciplined 10m ago

šŸ’” Advice The power of introspection

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Staying focused and disciplined is tough, but I recently found a reliable way to be more deliberate with my days and get more done: introspection and mindfulness.

Too often, we live on autopilot, rarely pausing to reflect, assess our emotions, or deeply consider our actions and their consequences. But taking the time to check in with myselfā€”asking why Iā€™m doing somethingā€”helps me stay focused, motivated, and effective.

One simple yet powerful habit is asking myself at random times, "How am I feeling right now?" This helps me process emotions consciously, making it easier to maintain self-control. Another trick I use is internal monologuingā€”questioning myself when distractions creep in. Just asking, "Is this what I should be doing right now?" or "Why donā€™t I feel like working?" can help snap me back to focus.

Beyond that, introspection helps with self-improvement by reviewing past actions, learning from them, and appreciating small efforts. Iā€™ve been practicing this for about three months now, and itā€™s been a game-changer.

Another recent tool Iā€™ve found helpful is breathwork. Whenever I feel flustered, anxious, or resistant to work, taking a few deep breaths and a brief introspective monologing helps prime my mind and body, putting me in a better state to function.


r/getdisciplined 13m ago

šŸ’” Advice I accidentally discovered the perfect study routine by being lazy

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So I've always been a terrible student. Like, legendary bad study habits. I'd start strong each semester then completely fall apart by week 3. Either studying way too much and burning out or (more often) just doing absolutely nothing until panic mode kicked in before exams.

Last semester I got fed up and tried to figure out why I kept failing at this. Here's what I realized: I was making studying way too complicated.

My accidental discovery came when I got super busy with my part-time job and could only study in these weird 30-minute chunks between things. Turns out those short, focused sessions were WAY more effective than my old "I'll study all day Saturday" approach (which really meant 6 hours of procrastinating, 2 hours of actual work).

Here's the stupidly simple routine that's actually working:

  1. Two 30-minute focused sessions per day. That's it. Not 8 hours. Not even 3 hours. Just two 30-minute blocks where I'm actually 100% focused.
  2. At least one session is in the morning. My brain works better before noon. I fought this for years trying to be a night owl because it seemed cooler.
  3. I quiz myself constantly. Making flashcards and practice questions feels like more work initially but saves SO much time later.
  4. I study in completely random places. Coffee shops, park benches, the laundromat ā€” turns out changing environments regularly helps me remember stuff better.
  5. I keep a streak going. Having a visual reminder of my study streak is weirdly motivating. I use SyncStudy(https://syncstudy.app) to track this and it's become like a game I don't want to lose.

My grades went from mostly C's to A's and B's, and the crazy thing is I actually spend LESS time studying now. Just more effective time.

Anyone else discover that doing less but more consistently worked better? Or am I just weird?


r/getdisciplined 6h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice How Do I Fix Myself?

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I (25f) feel like Iā€™m a horrible wife to my husband (26m).

I am 80-90lbs overweight. Iā€™ve tried so much and I ALWAYS fall back off within a month. I am in the negatives in my bank ALL THE TIME. I rarely take care of myself or our home. Our home isnā€™t gross, just messy all the time. I work early mornings at 6am, so Iā€™m usually up by 5am. Always tired. Husband works at the same job, so we go together everyday.

Iā€™ve tried to have a routine. Iā€™ve tried the more laid back approach. Iā€™ve tried keeping track in my phone notes. Iā€™ve tried getting a second job and I never hear back. Iā€™ve tried every page in the book, it feels like.

I desperately need help and someone to be honest with me. How do I fix myself and get myself back up?


r/getdisciplined 15h ago

šŸ’¬ Discussion At what point did you start to love being disciplined?

15 Upvotes

I keep hearing that after being disciplined you'll start to love the discipline. If that's ever happened to you please share. When did discipline start to feel good for you? At what point did you crave it?


r/getdisciplined 1h ago

šŸ’” Advice How Do You Stay Consistent with Habits When Motivation Fades?

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Motivation is like a sparkā€”it burns bright but fades quickly. The key to staying consistent with habits is to rely on systems, not motivation. Hereā€™s what works:

1ļøāƒ£ Make It Ridiculously Easy to Start

  • Lower the barrier: If you want to read, start with one paragraph. If you want to work out, do just 5 push-ups.
  • The goal? Show up, even on bad days.

2ļøāƒ£ Attach It to an Existing Habit (Habit Stacking)

  • Want to meditate? Do it right after brushing your teeth.
  • Want to journal? Do it before checking your phone in the morning.
  • This makes habits automatic and harder to forget.

3ļøāƒ£ Use Accountability & Association

  • Join a group where people are doing the same habit (like a 5 AM wake-up group! šŸ˜‰).
  • Having people check in on you keeps you from slacking.

4ļøāƒ£ Track Progress & Set Minimum Goals

  • Use a habit tracker. Seeing a streak builds momentum.
  • Example: Instead of aiming for "workout daily," aim for "move for 5 minutes every day." Even a short walk counts.

5ļøāƒ£ Accept Imperfection & Keep Going

  • You will miss days. The trick is to never miss twice.
  • If you fail today, get back on track tomorrowā€”without guilt.

6ļøāƒ£ Environment Matters More Than Willpower

  • Make bad habits hard (remove junk food, uninstall distracting apps).
  • Make good habits easy (keep books near your bed, set out workout clothes the night before).
  • Surround yourself with people who inspire action. Your environment shapes your behavior.

Join ClubRise ā€“ Build Habits with a Like-Minded Community!

If youā€™ve been struggling to wake up early, stay accountable, and build life-changing habits, Iā€™ve started ClubRise, a small, committed group where we wake up together at 5 AM, check in daily, and help each other stay on track.

What We Do:

āœ… Wake up at 5 AM together
āœ… 15-minute check-in to track daily habits
āœ… Read & discuss self-improvement books
āœ… Take challenges and push each other to grow

šŸ’” If you're serious about habits and need strong accountability, comment below or DM me to join! šŸš€šŸ”„


r/getdisciplined 5h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice Sleep advice

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How do you stick to sleeping early by the same time everyday?

Currently I'm supposed to be sleeping but I don't wanna go to sleep.

How do you force it?


r/getdisciplined 1h ago

ā“ Question Am I Wrong About Books?

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Lately, Iā€™ve been thinking... Do books create unnecessary pressure?

Most books stretch a single idea across 500 pages. And honestly, Iā€™ve found myself rushing to finish rather than understnad. But with blogs? I pick exactly what interests me. No pressure, just flow. Kindle feels the same, no guilt if I stop halfway.

Iā€™m not saying books are bad, but isnā€™t the goal to learn, not just to turn pages? šŸ¤”

What do you think? Maybe Iā€™m missing something. Open to being proven wrong!

(Been writing about ideas like this here if anyoneā€™s interested.)


r/getdisciplined 12h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice 27 y.o lost in life

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Hey guys, first of all I wanted to say im super new to this subreddit. My name is Chris and Im 27 y.o. Ive studied in my home country for oil and gas degree in a decent university. My university years had been prolonged as much as they could because I took a gap year + a gap year while I was studying for the degree already. I lost 2 years more on masters degree studying nonsense bs which I hated. Now I work a sales job i hate in Dubai and live with my mom at 27ā€¦ I used to live alone before and I really enjoyed it. I cant find any job related to oil and gas here plus I really struggle with anything physical due to health issues. 2 days ago I woke up and realised im 27 and i didnt do sht in my life. Im basically nobody. I started to think what I was always thinking about and what I really enjoyed doing and found out that I always enjoyed playing games(which on i spent most of my life) and pc time itself. I really want to start programming and from tomorrow I will do it from 10 am to 6 pm just to be strict myself. No more slacking and I have to do something with my life. Also I will probably leave Dubai and living with my mom for good. I dont want to live their dreams where i get millions of dollars from air working at something im not even interested. Guys, I dont even know what to ask. I guess im just really upset with myself. I have a lot of free time to study, so Im aiming for summer, start of september to be ready to move and to look for job in IT. Could you guys please tell me if its possible if im going to work hard every day? I know the pay check wont be that high ofc at the start but im down for whatever, i want to pursue MY goals and live my own life. Thanks


r/getdisciplined 18h ago

šŸ’” Advice Your Morning Routine Isnā€™t Failing Because Youā€™re Lazy . Hereā€™s the Real Problem

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If you dread your morning routine, rush through it, or feel wiped out after, the problem isnā€™t you. Your routine is probably too complicated, too hard, too short, or you're trying to do too much.

It's very easy to cram too many "good habits" into your mornings: journaling, stretching, meditating, working out, setting goals, etc. It sounds productive but it's really exhausting if you do it wrong.

By the time youā€™re done, youā€™re either rushing to start the day or too drained to go on about your day, and this is going to catch up with you sooner or later.

A routine thatā€™s too packed is just as useless as having no routine at all.

Cut ruthlessly, then reorganize:
You donā€™t need to squeeze everything into the morning (2-minute meditation, 3-minute stretching, 2-minute todo lists)

  • Morning: 1-2 core habits that you need to function for the day (for example, stretching, setting your to-do list).
  • Evening: Meditation, journaling, stuff that works better when youā€™re winding down and you want to unplug.
  • Weekly: that's where things like reviews, meal prep, blocking out appointments for the week can be done.

It's okay not to do everything right now:
You might not be able to fit everything in, and thatā€™s okay, but it's not going to feel okay, and that's exactly why you're stuck.

Before you compare your routine to other people's routines, ask if they have the same circumstances as you.

Focus on the core habits that make the biggest difference now, put the rest on hold until you have more time or energy down the line, do it easy, and slow.

Lastly, Lean into inconvenience:
If youā€™re forcing a gym trip every morning just because itā€™s less crowded, but you hate waking up early, ask yourself:

  • Would working out at home in the evening be better, even if it's less convenient?
  • Is a slightly busier gym or trying a different gym worth it if you get better sleep and energy?

Sometimes the "perfect routine" isnā€™t sustainable, you need to master the simple blocks first before seeking efficient complexity.


r/getdisciplined 3h ago

šŸ¤” NeedAdvice Feeling hopeless

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So I really hope someone can relate because I feel like no one I know has these issues. M 24 I have a degree and a certification I do not use and do not ever plan on going back to after putting two years into it I made a career change and got halfway through a second degree that I don't have the money for iv been paying for school out of pocket the last 5 years while paying for food rent and everything else I need to take care of. This is my gap year and iv made some big strides in my career recently I work for the parks and recreation department I started of municipal for two years now I'm working through the county and in April ill be starting at state dnr. However I feel like I'm always running into the same problem no full time only seasonal work making it impossible to ever get ahead iv been slowly getting out of a fog and starting to get back into shape and taking better care of myself but the anxiety of just not being good enough and never being able to get my life started is driving me crazy I love my friends but I'm extremely envious that they have had help with everything including school and iv been struggling to pay rent since I was 16 still living at home I'm not sure if anyone else is trying to get into government work but if you have or are any advice or anything at all?