Almost everyone has experienced situations where, despite knowing what they should do, they’re compelled by an inner voice to do something easier or more enjoyable. In The Power of Discipline, Daniel Walter explains that if you allow these temptations to dictate your actions, you’ll never reach your full potential. He argues that to combat temptations that hinder your success, you must strengthen your ability to self-discipline.

In this guide, we’ll explore what self-discipline is and why we struggle with it. We’ll also explore the biological tendencies that hinder our ability to self-discipline and how to strengthen self-discipline so you can achieve your goals and reach your full potential. In our commentary, we’ll explore arguments and methods from other books on attaining your goals and reaching your full potential, including Awaken the Giant Within (Tony Robbins) and The Power of Habit (Charles Duhigg).