The Most Disciplined Man on Earth w/ Craig Ballantyne | EP455

Author: Kaylor Betts
Published: Mon 25 Aug 2025
Episode Link: https://mentalwealthproject.libsyn.com/the-most-disciplined-man-on-earth-w-craig-ballantyne-ep455

What does it really mean to be disciplined? In this episode of the Awake & Winning Podcast, Kaylor sits down with Craig Ballantyne—bestselling author, productivity expert, and the man known as “the world’s most disciplined man.” They break down the myths of hustle culture, redefine discipline, and share how structure, systems, and ruthless self-reflection are actually the gateway to true freedom. Craig shares powerful stories, including how he met his wife using Instagram circles and why knowing more good people is the ultimate success hack. If you’re an entrepreneur trying to scale without burning out, this episode is packed with game-changing truth bombs. Tune in for the unfiltered, no-excuses blueprint to building the business—and life—of your dreams.

Episode Highlights: productivity, focus, discipline, routines, masculine structure, building systems, time management, entrepreneurship, ambition, emotional regulation, fear, creativity, self-doubt

Takeaways:

True discipline is aligning effort with your #1 life problem
Cold plunges and morning routines won’t save you if you’re avoiding your purpose
Systems—not willpower—drive sustainable success
Focus is saying no to everything but your North Star
Entrepreneurs need to study themselves like athletes
Use seasons of intensity to build long-term freedom
Knowing more good people makes everything easier

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RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/realcraigballantyne/

X | https://x.com/craigballantyne?s=20

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBQyeL63OdkONi5PBDY8Cg

Websites | https://www.craigballantyne.com/

Book | The Dark Side of Discipline: Stop Chasing. Suffer Less. Achieve More

The Perfect Day Formula: How to Own the Day and Control Your Life

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