"As such, the will is the critical third discipline. **We can think, act, and finally adjust to a world that is inherently unpredictable**. The will is what prepares us for this, protects us against it, and allows us to thrive and be happy in spite of it. It is also the most difficult of all the disciplines. **It’s what allows us to stand undisturbed while others wilt and give in to disorder. Confident, calm, ready to work regardless of the conditions**. Willing and able to continue, even during the unthinkable, even when our worst nightmares have come true." ([Location 1616](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00IX49OS4&location=1616)) --- **Tags** -- [[quotes]], [[willpower]], [[discipline]], [[character]], [[personal-values]], [[self-control]], [[responding-to-change]], [[progressing-slowly]], **Source** -- [[202409180132 - B - The Obstacle is the Way]]