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The Power of Discipline: A Key to Success
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The Power of Discipline: A Key to Success

Discipline Determines Destination

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Franklin O'Kanu
Feb 09, 2024
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Your level of discipline determines your level of success or the final destination you end up in.

This truth became evident to me after watching two videos earlier today. One was about LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony. If you know anything about basketball, you’ll know that Carmelo Anthony had more raw talent than LeBron James. Yet, LeBron James is now recognized as one of the greatest basketball players playing today. The key to his success? Discipline.

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LeBron James is a highly disciplined individual, and this discipline has made him the household name he is today. A few hours later, I came across another video about Ravel Morrison, a soccer player who was touted to be one of the best. Unfortunately, despite his raw talent, he never reached his potential. The difference between being one of the best in the world and being a forgotten name, despite posses…

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