Comments on: An Inside Look at my Morning Routine & the Life-Changing Magic of Discipline

By: Penelope Silvers

Penelope Silvers — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 16:33:48 +0000

Zach, I’m enjoying your blog posts that I know resulted from a cold splash in the face at 6 a.m.! But, seriously, if you are only 24 then you’re fast on your way to financial freedom. Your work ethic and articles are inspiring–even for us baby boomers who are working at setting up multiple streams of income at this stage in life.

Keep up the good work!

By: Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom

Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 10:29:54 +0000

In reply to Miss Mazuma.

Cold showers are so underrated, give them a try some time! 😉 And you’re right, the habit of writing each day is what’s important, not necessarily the end result. Obviously I aim to produce content worth reading, but even when I fail to do so I still get a chance to practice honing my skills.

Thanks for the kinds words, Miss Mazuma 🙂

By: Miss Mazuma

Miss Mazuma — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:52:35 +0000

I know many people have different ways of being successful but it seems discipline is ranked high up there. I have none (by choice) but am in awe of people like you that do!! 🙂 I have heard many people tout the idea of a cold shower (Tim Ferriss Is a BIG fan) and it’s benefits and it looks like those are working for you! One thing you mentioned, “I don’t always produce a complete blog post each day. I’m not always proud of the content I create either.”, is important. The habit is to write each day. If you aren’t proud of what you have created, there is no pressure to publish. Tomorow is another day. Judging by the content here, you are doing just fine in that regard. 🙂

By: Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom

Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:19:45 +0000

In reply to Matt. That's actually a book I have been meaning to read, several people have recommended it to me. I always like to think if I can conquer the morning, I can conquer the day. As long as I can go through my usual morning routine and get some decent work done, the entire day feels like a success. It's good to hear there's a fellow morning person out there :)

By: Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom

Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:18:16 +0000

In reply to Matt Spillar @ Spills Spot. Thanks, Matt! Getting started is by far the hardest part. Setting up this routine was a bit tough the first week I tried it, but over time it has become easier and requires virtually no extrinsic motivation anymore. Cheers to habits :)

By: Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom

Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:16:02 +0000

In reply to Michael.

I think we can all relate to the “unanticipated chaos of adult life” – I feel like if I can wake up early enough that I get to be in control of my day in a sense. Thanks for the feedback 🙂

By: Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom

Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:12:31 +0000

In reply to Fritz @ TheRetirementManifesto. It's great to hear there's someone out there who uses absurd writing tactics like myself. I know exactly what you mean about getting in to the flow of writing too. It's almost like you just have to trudge through the first 10-20 minutes of writing to get to the "good stuff" you actually want to write about.

By: Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom

Zach @ Four Pillar Freedom — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:07:59 +0000

In reply to Mrs. Picky Pincher. I'm a firm believer in structure myself. I think habits and routines are the secret to getting basically anything you want in life. Combine habits with patience and you can have whatever you want :)

By: Matt

Matt — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 12:01:50 +0000

I give you a tremendous amount of credit for sticking to your morning routine every day. I recently read to Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. This book has changed my life. I now meditate, write and read every morning. At first it was difficult, but you made a great point about training your body. My body has now adjusted to waking up every day at 6:30 to start my morning routine.

Keep up the great work!

By: Matt Spillar @ Spills Spot

Matt Spillar @ Spills Spot — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 22:32:26 +0000

Love the analogy of “pulling back the string of the arrow.” Often times the hardest part is getting started, but once we’re started it feels harder to stop than it does to keep going! Great job setting up a morning routine that gets you prepped for successful writing sessions.