Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3202: Carl Pullein's exploration into the core elements for a fulfilling life reminds us that discipline, planning, and focused intent are timeless principles championed by great thinkers across history. His article challenges modern individuals to adopt these virtues to navigate away from common excuses and aimless routines, offering a roadmap to personal success and contentment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.carlpullein.com/blog/get-these-fundamentals-right-and-you-can-achieve-anything/2/10/2019 Quotes to ponder: "Everything flows back to this one trait. Without discipline you will always choose the cake over the healthy option, you will always drink that one too many glasses of wine, and you will always choose the sofa over a thirty-minute jog or walk." "No excuses. The most common ones being, 'I’m not ready yet' or 'I just have to do this first' or 'I don’t have time'." "The majority of the people you will meet today woke up without a plan for the day." Episode references: The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices