How I stay disciplined every day (even if my motivation is low).

 Quick overview of what's in this edition.

1. Life update.

2. Become multidimensionally jacked. 

3. Avoid these habits if you want to progress.

4. Resources of the week. 

Life update.

The entirety of last week went into finishing the Expert Creator Blueprint, it’s still not done fully. 

However, I can launch the product now, I’ve already recorded like 13 hours worth of modules, and about 4ish hours are still left. 

The initial idea was to launch with everything complete, but it made more sense to roll out the remaining modules further into the process. 

Next Tuesday is when it’s out. 

This is hands down the most amount of effort I’ve put into building a product and I always overdeliver. 

On the flip side, I’ve been training hard every day. No junk food. And I feel great. 

I have been reading for about 30 minutes to an hour daily. 

Wake up, get a quick deep work session in, then go make coffee and sit in the hall on the sofa, watch the beautiful greenery, put on some nice ambient music, and read. 

Probably the part that I look forward to daily. 

It’s been years since I was reading consistently, and now that I do, it’s genuinely awesome. I welcome all sorts of lessons and have my viewpoint so I’m not just a blind sponge absorbing everything. 

I finished Navalmanack, now reading A Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl, and next up I’ll pick up Being Different By Rajiv Malhotra. 

Reading stuff to make me a better thinker, always has more output than going too niche. Of course the latter has its benefits, I’m just in a different phase now. 

For the last few days I’ve stopped setting alarms to wake up, I now go to bed when I feel tired and I automatically wake up after around 7 hours. 

On days when I gave it my all, I used to just sit and stare at the wall, cherishing these moments when I do not see results of what I’m doing, still, living that moment so I can recall it when it’s time. 

Most of the days last week were like this, I enjoyed the process so much. 

Productive Sunday with recording for close to 6 hours, for the product and my content. 

That has helped me keep an optimistic outlook on the 5-year plan I have. I know that not everything will go accordingly, I just believe in the overall vision and want to give my all to the micro-level inputs. 

At The end of the day, when I know I gave everything, I sleep in peace. 

I do not want to make 100s of millions, after all, if you realize, that lifestyle doesn’t change after a certain point of wealth. 

I want to live with energy, stay healthy, provide and give all the luxuries to my loved ones, and stay in pursuit of something always. 

After all, what else is there? You learn new stuff, you build with focus, and prioritize health and the people around you. 

Found this beauty on X: 

Become multidimensionally jacked. 

I’ve always had an ambition to do great in every part of my life. Work, fitness, people.

The way we’ve grown up, we are often incentivized to just do okay. Do the bare minimum and you don’t see much difference in the overall big picture. 

The problem lies in how our brains are conditioned. We’re brought up in systems that tell us what to learn, restricting our curiosity and creativity. 

Sure, no one is telling you to pursue business when you’re in school. 

It comes with taking extracurriculars seriously, sketching, dancing, sports, music, poetry, debates, and all that. 

I am so grateful I was serious with football and sketching, although I don’t have loads of accolades to my name in these, still, I did pretty well to separate myself. 

I could get good marks, play football, draw, give speeches tell poetry in front of audiences, and maintain a good friend circle. (Getting into fights often too, while maintaining a good image in front of the teachers).

Looking back, I was always one of the few students scoring 90% or above in school, but now that I think about it, it’s because my family kept high standards, and pushed me to do well academically, which helped a lot. 

Still, if you think about it, in college, or school, there’s not much difference in the big picture for someone getting 60% compared to 90%. 

And we just get on the path to do the bare minimum, because what’s the point? 

I’m telling you, once you taste excellence, see the fruits of your labor, and achieve the milestones you want, it becomes an obsession. 

But think about it, how many people do it? 

Most people follow this path, leading to a life that’s less than fulfilling. We get so focused on the bare minimum, that we often ignore the beautiful big picture. 

To break free from the cycle of mediocrity, you need to become obsessed with developing habits, a default state of being that pushes you, and makes you want to do good. 

It's about putting yourself in uncomfortable situations and deep-diving into new experiences. Obsession, not mere interest, is the path to greatness.

Obsession doesn’t happen overnight. It’s built over years, through countless feedback loops and consistent effort. To reach that level of dedication, you must cultivate habits that will speed up your progress. 

There are a few key habits I’ve consistently practiced that have shaped who I am today. 

I started this journey for my younger self, Saksham, six years ago. I wanted to show him that it’s possible to find your way and succeed even when you're clueless and directionless. 

Habits that made me a new me. 

1. Reading

Whenever I talk about books in my videos, I know it’s one of the best growth hacks for increasing engagement. (I don’t like to talk about books I haven’t read).

Reading is crucial, like writing.

Think of your mind as a muscle—it needs exercise, too. Reading builds mental strength and provides valuable knowledge. It indirectly helps me make better decisions.

Instead of grabbing your phone first thing. Spend 10-20 minutes reading a book in the morning, before bed, or both.

If you don’t read regularly, you won’t understand the peace that just comes with being in the moment and reading.  

Replace your phone with a book when you’re tempted to scroll. It’s a habit that takes time to form but is worth it.

I have kept books and my Kindle on my table. Oftentimes when I want to pick up my phone, I go to the book and read for a few minutes. 

You don’t get as many messages or notifications for you to check your phone every 2 minutes. 

Talk to your family, and just keep it outside of your reach. And pick up a book. 

You don’t have to finish every book in one go. Read what interests you and skip the rest. It’s okay not to finish every book. The goal is to make reading a regular part of your routine.

List of books you can start reading: (Easy to read and deep messages, I’ve personally read each multiple times):

• As a Man Thinketh by James Allen.

• The 4 agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

• Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday.

• Anything You Want by Derek Sivers.

• The War of Art by Steven Pressfield.

2. Seeking feedback

To make progress, start viewing everything as feedback. No one likes hearing "no," being belittled or feeling inadequate in front of others.

This fear of failure holds us back, but the solution lies in seeking feedback from others. 

Initially, you must push yourself to do things you’re not familiar with, and over time, you'll improve.

The best way to do this is to either be in a community of people pursuing similar things as you do or to find a mentor. 

Buy high-level courses, and you’ll see the best part about them is often the community. 

Knowing who you are, and where you want to go, and being specific about your goals makes the journey easier.

If you lack clarity and hope things will fall into place, they won’t. You need to understand what you want to achieve and how a mentor can assist you. 

At the same time, you must consider how you can provide value in return. Whether by helping with their work or offering compensation for their time.

3. Athletepreneur way of life

I've always been an athlete (never jacked, skinny actually), dedicating 5-6 days a week to training in Jiu-Jitsu, recently earning my blue belt. 

My journey began in school with football and then 2 years ago, a deep obsession with martial arts.

As an athlete, I stick to my training and nutrition regimen no matter how and spend more money on this.

The same discipline drives my approach to business. Whether it’s showing up every day, working on my agency, or executing non-negotiable tasks when motivation is low.

The discipline cultivated in sports has directly translated into my entrepreneurial life.

As someone who has been an athlete all my life, consistency is second nature. Everything I do in my work stems from the mindset of an athlete.

My fitness coach once said that athletes live by different rules, delaying gratification in pursuit of long-term goals.

We push our bodies through stress to become better, and that strength carries over into every aspect of life.

Being an athlete-entrepreneur isn’t a label. It’s a lifestyle that integrates the discipline, focus, and consistency of sports into building a successful business.

Athletes are different. Become an athlete at work. 

Avoid these habits if you want to progress. 

1. Entitlement

One of the most detrimental habits that stop progress is entitlement.

This mindset is so common in people these days, believing they deserve success without putting in the necessary effort. 

For instance, in the context of running an agency. 

Someone with an entitled attitude might expect to land high-profile clients simply because they’ve set up their business, without any effort.

When things don’t go as planned, like losing a pitch or struggling to find clients. 

They become frustrated and blame external factors rather than acknowledging their own need to improve. 

The solution is to put effort into things and don't half-ass the stuff.

You are not owed anything, you have to earn it. 

2. Overthinking

People engage in excessive planning convincing themselves they're making headway when, in fact, they're not taking meaningful action. 

People immerse themselves in reading countless books or taking numerous courses, believing that this accumulation of knowledge alone will lead to success. 

This behavior often leads to paralysis by analysis, where the focus is more on the idealized outcomes rather than on executing the necessary steps.

To get rid of overthinking, focus on your maximum input every day and getting things done rather than romanticizing the idea of appreciation you will get. 

3. Romanticizing the idea of working “Hard”.

People who excel professionally tend to overlook their physical well-being. They become overweight and lack physical fitness, all signs of poor self-care. 

As Naval Ravikant said, "Nothing like a health problem to turn up the contrast dial for the rest of your life."

People chase so much with work, they forget that their body is where the soul resides. 

If you destroy your health with the trade-off being work, you’re just a stupid person. 

Take a walk, lift some weights 3-4 a week, do yoga, go on a run, or do a physical activity that keeps you in shape. 

A body can't be brought, it can only be built.

Stop justifying your lack of fitness, with “working” all day. 

If you can’t sprint, jump, skip, or do pull-ups and push-ups without fearing for your life, look within yourself. The human body is made for more.

Resources of the week. 

1. Stop trying to go VIRAL. How to Build a TRUE fanbase with Kane Kallaway. | Sweat Equity Ep. 17.

2. How I Helped Ali Abdaal Make $5M.