This week Ping is here to talk about the all important topic of self discipline. Most artists grow up with the idea that to create their best work they need to be free spirits. But what Ping, and many other successful artists have learned, is that this is simply not true. In fact, the opposite is true. To achieve success, both personally and professionally, it is vital that you have, and understand, self discipline. In this episode Ping shares how she finally came to this realisation, the steps she took to achieve self discipline and the long term benefits she now enjoys because of her new way of working.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Ping explains that when she was young she was told that artists had to be free and not have structure, but as she shares here, once she grew older and more experienced she realised that this wasn’t the case. Ping talks about the dangers of having too much freedom when you work for yourself and how you can learn from your mistakes to create more self discipline.  How does motivation affect self discipline and what happens when you have no motivation? Ping shares her knowledge and advice on this idea.  Ping shares some of her top practical tips on how you can achieve self discipline, such as making a contract with yourself or finding an accountability partner. BEST MOMENTS “The best way to learn is from your mistakes, nothing else compares.” “Self discipline allows us to achieve more than we ever thought we could and create a harmony within ourselves.” “Look at the lives and working practices of successful people, you will notice patterns, and notice that they all come from self discipline.”   ABOUT THE PODCAST Botany Works Artist Podcast - a podcast created by artists for artists, illustrators, creatives, and aspiring designers and art lovers. It is a weekly podcast by Ping He. As a creative entrepreneur herself, Ping shares her insight and tips in addition to interviewing seasoned professionals who provide practical tactics and clarity to help listeners walk away with actionable items for improving their personal and professional life. Botany Works Artist Podcast promotes a community of artists supporting each other through exploration and process while equipping them with a professional toolkit to become successful and thriving artists.  Botany Works Artist Instagram ABOUT THE HOST Ping He A mom, a botanical artist, a teacher, and mentor for creatives. From developing a buzzworthy flower consultant business to running a home fragrance line, from self-publishing a stationery line selling in 180 stores in 18 countries to a creative mentor, Ping He is an example of how to make a successful career transition.  www.pinghe.art [email protected]  www.instagram.com/pinghe.art