Nate’s Notes 104: Brad Stulberg | Self-Discipline Versus Self-Compassion

I love the lesson Brad shared today:

Fierce self-discipline requires fierce self compassion.

Doing hard things, showing up even when you don’t feel like it, is integral to having meaning and excellence in life. But you’ve got to be kind to yourself too. Because if you’re not kind to yourself, the self-discipline is not going to be sustainable.

What a simple, practical, underappreciated idea. Please take it seriously.

Brad Stulberg Bio:

Brad Stulberg is a bestselling author, consultant, executive coach, and adjunct professor at the University of Michigan.  Brad regularly contributes to the New York Times, and his work has also been featured in the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and the Atlantic. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being.

Brad earned both his undergraduate degree and master’s degree from the University of Michigan.