Sometimes all we "want" in life is "freedom" even when such freedom could hurt us. Indiscipline is a seemingly harmless trait, which often disguises itself as freedom and spontaneity. However, beneath this façade lies a silent betrayer, capable of dismantling dreams, shattering relationships, and derailing one's dreams and life in general. I've got my shares of undisciplined dispositions and I saw others display it at an outrageously insane way too. The results were never worth celebrating in each case.
I had a school friend, Dele, who was the full of potential. As a child, his intelligence and creativity shone brightly, making him the pride of his teachers and the envy of his peers. He excelled in academics and had a natural talent for music, playing the piano with an style that belied his age. However, as Dele grew older, his life began to spiral due to one fatal flaw: indiscipline.
In the university, Dele's grades began to slip. He found himself easily distracted, spending hours on video games and social media instead of studying. His close allies noticed the change, but their warnings fell on deaf ears. Dele believed he could coast on his natural abilities, not realizing that indiscipline was slowly eroding his foundation.
The seemingly fall of Dele could not be hid from his parents any longer. His parents tried to intervene, encouraging him to manage his time better and set priorities. Alex promised to change, but his resolutions were short-lived. He would always be won by allure of instant gratification. Before we could say jack, late-night parties, procrastination, and a growing disregard for commitments became a recurring signature of his life. Despite his potential, he graduated with mediocre grades, a shadow of the star student he once was.
A family friend offered to have him employed into a multinational firm despite his staggering grades. That was a new opportunity set before him, but with its new set of challenges and freedoms. Dele's cycle of indiscipline continued. Without the more freedom he had as a worker and with access to more money, his habits worsened. He missed targets due to unrestrained partying.
Dele's social life flourished, but it was built on a shaky foundation. Friendships formed over late-night escapades and superficial interests, lacking the depth and trust that come from meaningful engagements. He betrayed the trust of his boss, friends, and most importantly, himself. The opportunities that once lay before him began to vanish, replaced by the stark reality of his choices.
This is not just the sad story of Dele my friend. We have found ourselves in his shoes at one time or the other. I'm presently undertaking a course on consistency and it shows how undisciplined my life was before now. I missed several opportunities but now I know better.
Indiscipline is a betrayer, a great ne at that. You don't want to be kept in that web of regrets because of failure to order our life daily. You can set your priorities aright- Now!
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