31 | Stop Waiting: How Discipline Builds Confidence & Lowers Anxiety

So often we tell ourselves we need more time—but what we really need is more discipline. In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica shares why waiting is a thief of progress, how a clear plan becomes your lifeline when emotions spike, and what it actually looks like to build momentum day by day. You’ll hear a powerful client story (night-and-day change in one semester), hard truths from Jay Shetty’s wife on discipline, and a simple formula you can use immediately: Discipline + Action + Plan + Support = Transformation.

✨ In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why “later” keeps you stuck (and how to break the cycle today)
• The real role of discipline when anxiety and overwhelm show up
• How to build a plan that removes in-the-moment decision fatigue
• Mindset shifts that turn consistency into confidence
• What evidence-building looks like (and why it’s the key to self-trust)
• The honest truth about motivation vs. action (and how to start anyway)
• How the 90 Day Courage Challenge gives you structure, coaching, and community so you’re not doing this alone

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⚠️ Disclaimer: Block Out the Noise provides personal insights and practical strategies to help manage anxiety and self-doubt. The content is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional mental health care, advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a crisis or need immediate assistance, please contact emergency services or a trusted mental health professional immediately.