Plato says "For a man to conquer himself is the first and noblest of all victories."

We might often realize there are areas where we struggle to fully control our actions, desires,

or thoughts. Sometimes, it's easier to let circumstances, other people, or our

own passions take the lead. You might think, "I'm powerless in the face of circumstances.”

For Plato, this idea is completely wrong and unjust to our human dignity. According to him,

we need to realize our potential and understand that we can manage our own

lives. It might seem unrealistic due to social, financial, or bodily limitations,

but you still have the freedom to express your will. Despite these limitations, you can actively

transform your life instead of being a victim. Think about it this way: imagine wanting a total

transformation of your body into the shape of supermodels or bodybuilding legends. You know you

have limitations based on your body constitution, and this mental project might seem unrealistic.

People have different body types—some lean, some inclined to excess weight. Even years of exercise

can't change the basic limitations of your body. But here's the crucial part: it doesn't mean your

will is powerless. Embracing the limits of your growth, you can improve yourself every day with

consistent practice and a strong will to overcome challenges. Yes, some limits can't be fully

overcome, and we must face their harsh reality. Even if you can't achieve someone else's results,

like Arnold Schwarzenegger, you can achieve your personal best and create the best version

of yourself. The key is recognizing your own will and striving to make it a reality.

And even if you don’t aim for huge changes right away, even simple things,

like making a daily schedule or waking up a bit earlier, can help you express your will

into your everyday life. The inner will, in this context, implies a deeper sense of purpose or a

commitment to higher ideals that guides reason part of the soul in making decisions that

contribute to the well-being of the individual. It's about taking small steps to make yourself

better and more in control of your own life. Self-discipline means being in control of your

actions instead of just reacting to whatever you feel like doing in the moment. It's like

steering your inner self, your soul, towards doing things that are really good for you.