Discipline Is Destiny by Ryan Holiday

DISCIPLINE IS DESTINY: The Power of Self-Control

by Ryan Holiday

Why do so many people feel lost and overwhelmed despite modern comforts and freedom? Ryan Holiday argues that true meaning and freedom comes from mastering our thoughts, desires and actions through self-discipline. Drawing on Stoic wisdom, he explores  how to develop self-control to remain steady amid temptation or chaos.

In this summary, you'll learn:

• How to develop control of your body, mind, and soul—using 48 core principles and tips to cultivate physical discipline, mental-emotional discipline, and discipline of the soul.

• Insights and inspiration from real-world examples of people like: Lou Gehrig, Dwight Eisenhower, Angela Merkel, Thomas Edison, John Wooden, George McClellan, Miyamoto Musashi, Joyce Carol Oates, Gregg Popovich, Winston Churchill, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Queen Elizabeth II.

Who should read this:
• Ambitious professionals, leaders, and individuals who want to build lasting success through self-mastery;
• Anyone feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or restless and wants to regain clarity, focus, and inner strength.
• Students of Stoic philosophy and readers seeking timeless wisdom on balance, self-control, and living honorably.