Do the Hard Things First: Master Self-Control: Resist Instant Gratification, Build Mental Toughness, and Master the Habits of Self Control

by Scott Allan

Book #2 in the D o the Hard Things First SeriesMaster the Art of Self-Control and Achieve Lasting SuccessAre you tired of being held back by self-sabotaging behaviors? Do you find yourself constantly giving in to instant gratification instead of staying focused on your goals?
If you're ready to break free from these internal limitations, it's time to master the art of self-control.

Success isn't just about talent or intelligence—it requires a powerful mindset and unwavering willpower. In Do The Hard Things Master Self-Control, renowned Personal Development Leader and Mindset Optimization Strategist Scott Allan, presents a proven framework to overcome immediate gratification, conquer compulsive behavior, and cultivate the habits of self-control.

When life throws challenges your way, your level of self-control becomes your anchor, keeping you steady when everything else seems to crumble. It grants you the mental resilience to push beyond external obstacles and shatter your own limitations.

Inside Master Self-Control, you'll discover invaluable strategies compulsions that hinder your progress toward your goals.Resist cravings and resist the allure of temptation.Harness your willpower effectively, knowing when to persist and when to let go.Develop unstoppable perseverance through four powerful techniques.Defeat temptation using proven delay strategies.Attain success in relationships, finances, and happiness by delaying instant gratification.Break free from your inner saboteur and take absolute control of your life using the Master Self-Control framework.
Scott Allan's transformative process trains your mind to focus on internal factors rather than external circumstances. By mastering your thoughts and actions, you will develop an unbreakable character, rooted in mental toughness, facilitating long-term growth and sustainable habits.

Unlock your full potential and seize control of your destiny. With Master Self-Control as your guide, you'll embark on a transformative journey toward lasting success, leaving behind old habits and embracing a future of unbounded possibilities.

Genres: Personal Development, Self Help, Nonfiction, Productivity

209 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 17, 2023

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Reviews

[Jonah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love self-mastery books, and have seen many. This one really stood out. There are ideas in here I'd never thought of before, like WHY giving into temporary/immediate gratification will eventually lead to larger problems. Even if I had 100 million dollars in the bank, I'd still want to follow these principles for those reasons.

Allan's book is a revelation for those seeking to break free from self-sabotaging behaviors and unlock their true potential. From the moment I delved into its pages, I was excited and grateful for the invaluable insights it offered. Allan's expertise shines through as he presents a well-structured framework that equips you with the tools to resist instant gratification, build mental toughness, and master the habits of self-control. And he's got personal stories that ring true to me.

The book is a beacon of hope, showing us that success isn't solely about talent or intelligence; it's about cultivating a resolute mindset over time.

[Julie Burch · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent information and motivation

I enjoy Scott Allen’s books and this one didn’t let me down. I love the clickable links that take me to research. I enjoy the many lists. This could be a workbook. I recommend sitting with a journal while you read because there are exercises throughout. I plan to dive back in with journal at hand and do more of the exercises on paper. I want to up-level my grit and develop more SMART goals. A worthwhile read.

[Christopher Simon · Rating 5 out of 5]

The overview of overcoming compulsive, destructive habits is pointed and clear. Step by step processes are helpful in gaining control. Self control and retraining the brain are key. Breaking up the limiting beliefs, and structuring strategies are part of the process. Grit. Set up a reward system to replace the negative high.

[Dan Shiver · Rating 5 out of 5]

do the hard thing works if u do!!!

This program works. The trick is that u have to do the work. If u don’t commit to do that work, it will be a good read, u will be inspired and go back to what u were doing. Do the work (the hard things first).

[Elisabeth Fowler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Do the Hard Things First

Living in a world that ingrains instant gratification, this book is not only refreshingly reverse-thinking, but a concise read. I highly recommend this as a teaching tool for this current generation of learners.

[Star · Rating 3 out of 5]

power through

It took me a long time to get through this book and I put it down many times. The first half is littered with grammatical errors and felt like a chore.

I’m so glad I pushed through though because the second half of the book was gold with so much value.

[Noel James · Rating 1 out of 5]

The book was hard to take seriously. It was filled with grammatical mistakes, which was torture to read. Why would one not take the time to proofread a message that is treated with such importance by the author. The book read as if the message was dictated by Microsoft Word.

[Vlad · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book on doing small things first, planning you’re day and motivatinf you to make actions even just to read 1 page a day reminds me of kaizen book and technique called periodization

[Sa`ad Ahyat Hasan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Singkat dan padat. Bahasanya sangat sederhana. Bagian awal dan akhir agak kurang. Tapi bagian tengah buku sangat membantu. 3.75/5.

[Robin Mydlak · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some nuggets in the final chapters and probably a good read for absolute beginners from the US, but quite superficial and, well, incredibly US American in its framing.