What is the difference between discipline and force?

Epictetus, Carl Jung, and Laozi debate the crucial difference between self-discipline and brute force applied to the self. Listen in to understand how striving can turn destructive, and discover how aligning with your true nature leads to genuine progress rather than internal conflict. The key takeaway: learn to recognize the "shoulds" driving your self-criticism and replace them with clear-eyed self-awareness.📖 Pay Attention by C. Trebue — available on Amazon: eBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GR8WLMPC Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVV46SWF 📬 Subscribe to The Daily Practice newsletter: https://thedailypractice33.substack.com