Essay: The Importance Of Self Discipline

Attending university as a first year university student can rather be a brand-new exciting experience or might be an unexpected nightmare to some. Studying in university is challenging as it differs broadly with the way these students are treated and taught in secondary school. In secondary school, every resources and materials are usually prepared readily on the table. Unlike the style of studying in university, the higher level education requires the student to be on pin and needle to practically understand information given in lectures. Students are required to insert their own effort to search for extra materials besides the notes given during lectures. These challenging demands cause students to fail as they could not cope and adapt with campus life. The environmental changes also cause the students to face difficulties in adapting with their new life as

There is a saying that goes “discipline is the key to one’s success” (Devin Thorpe, March, 2014) .This saying applies to all people from every walk of life especially to students. Discipline should be practiced in one’s daily life however self-discipline is something that cannot be easily gained in two or three days, it requires a continuous dedicated and persevering practice. Self- discipline needs to be nurtured from early childhood as parents play a vital role in inculcating this practice into their children lives. This will help students to achieve greater level of achievements. If one practices self-discipline in every aspect of life, for instance, in managing time, studies and money, one will be able to be more organized (Jennifer Cohen, June, 2014). As a university student, one needs to be independent and self-reliant as they are on their own feet. No one is going to tell them what to do anymore, therefore self-discipline is vital and needs to be inculcated within first year university