# Neuro-Discipline
## Metadata
- Author: [[Peter Hollins]]
- Full Title: Neuro-Discipline
- Category: #books
## Highlights
- our brains are simply programmed to do as little work as possible, ([Location 56](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=56))
- our brains are the opposite of goal-oriented, ([Location 57](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=57))
- good old-fashioned conflict between logic and emotion. ([Location 97](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=97))
- The brain is a network. ([Location 157](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=157))
- dopamine is also released in anticipation of pleasure or reward, ([Location 169](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=169))
- Discipline, of course, is more or less the definition of a lack of dopamine. ([Location 174](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=174))
- Every decision we make is based on gaining pleasure or avoiding pain. ([Location 179](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=179))
- People work harder to avoid pain than to get pleasure. ([Location 186](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=186))
- Our perceptions of pleasure and pain are more powerful drivers than the actual things. ([Location 193](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=193))
- Pleasure and pain are changed by time. ([Location 201](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=201))
- We can’t keep the future in mind when the present is so distracting. ([Location 205](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=205))
- Emotion beats logic. ([Location 211](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=211))
- rational choice theory, ([Location 220](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=220))
- If we’re stressed, we cease to think clearly ([Location 232](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=232))
- brain is simply not wired for discipline. ([Location 242](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=242))
- act before your emotional monkey mind can jump in and try to stop you with complaints, fears, or laziness. ([Location 249](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=249))
- Five Second Rule. ([Location 252](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=252))
- the moment you feel an impulse to act toward achieving a goal, have the discipline to act within the next five seconds. ([Location 253](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=253))
- First, ([Location 265](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=265))
- These moments of wisdom and clarity, however, can be fleeting. ([Location 269](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=269))
- Secondly, ([Location 271](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=271))
- instincts are those to act toward a specific goal. ([Location 271](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=271))
- Thirdly, ([Location 275](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=275))
- Fourth, ([Location 279](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=279))
- Finally, ([Location 282](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=282))
- Outsmart your brain by acting before it can react this way. ([Location 286](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=286))
- we pay more attention to material that is purely emotional, ([Location 294](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=294))
- “Samurai seven breaths.” ([Location 300](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=300))
- one should strive to make decisions within the span of seven breaths, ([Location 300](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=300))
- A warrior is a person who does things quickly. ([Location 304](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=304))
- sacrifice is at the core of self-discipline. ([Location 316](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=316))
- give up what you want now for what you want most. ([Location 319](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=319))
- Getting started is better than being perfect. ([Location 329](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=329))
- Let go of FOMO—fear of missing out. ([Location 334](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=334))
- It comes back to sacrifice. Are you willing to sacrifice a handful of mediocre moments for one glorious one? ([Location 337](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=337))
- Let go of people-pleasing. ([Location 339](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=339))
- Let go of people who don’t encourage your growth. ([Location 343](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=343))
- Let go of multitasking. ([Location 346](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=346))
- Let go of “I’ll do it later.” ([Location 350](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=350))
- Let go of old excuses. ([Location 354](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=354))
- Let go of control. ([Location 358](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=358))
- Refuse to waste energy on things that are not in your zone of control. ([Location 360](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=360))
- Let go of preconceptions. ([Location 362](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=362))
- Don’t hold onto pet notions and beliefs too tightly. ([Location 364](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=364))
- Get into the habit of questioning everything, ([Location 365](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=365))
- Let go of instant gratification. ([Location 367](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=367))
- Remind yourself that what you do today is setting the conditions for tomorrow. ([Location 370](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=370))
- Let go of being unhealthy. ([Location 371](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=371))
- Have respect for your physical body and never sacrifice your well-being for a goal—instead, ([Location 373](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=373))
- Let go of the need for security. ([Location 376](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=376))
- No one is in charge of your life but you; ([Location 378](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=378))
- Let go of pushing yourself too hard. ([Location 380](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=380))
- Let go of… giving up. ([Location 384](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=384))
- self-disciplined action is best done within five seconds, ([Location 407](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=407))
- At its core, self-discipline is sacrifice and letting go. ([Location 410](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07Z8J5LFJ&location=410))