What You Want MOST

Discipline is just choosing between what you want NOW 

and what you want MOST.

I like this saying because it reminds me that many times the situation I find myself in may be somewhat to my liking for the moment, but further down the road I will not be happy if I allow myself to settle there.

This could be a job that pays the bills but is not bringing me the satisfaction of making a difference in the world.  It could be a relationship that takes my time to cultivate but that would be wiser spent working toward an education goal.  It could be buying a car on credit and having to pay it off for a long time which would disable me from pursuing a long term financial goal.

Life has a way of distracting a person, and it is so easy to fall away from the path that will lead me to my ultimate dream or goal.  I might be comfortable in my present situation, and I think it is always important to be content, no matter what circumstances I find myself in. However, if I get too comfortable I can lose sight of my true goal, and not do the things that are required to pursue it.

It is often more pleasant to remain in your comfort zone than to face challenges that cause pain and ultimately growth, but in the end, choosing wisely will take you where you want to go MOST instead of living a mediocre existence.