Army Value Of Self Discipline

Discipline is priority in everyday Army life. It is an essential attribute in what it means to be successful and able to possess a long lasting Army career. Upholding standards and discipline are the foundation of being professionally, legally, and morally correct and such practices instill trust in ourselves and our entire military organization. Developing definitive trust in one another, in our leaders, and in the Army builds strength within every unit, our esprit de corps, our full sense of pride, and our Army society. The practice and fortitude of self-discipline is a primary duty of everyday Army life. Being strong in the presence of great adversity requires personal courage, honor, selfless service, and all of the Army values. To take accountability and responsibility for all of our actions at all times and at all costs, to do what is right in the presence of mental and physical adversity; embodies the meaning of being an Army
Soldier.
Living the Warrior Ethos and upholding the Army Values is a standard that we should uphold proudly every day, living the life of a Soldier. Lacking discipline and self-standards will adversely impact the entire chain of command within the Army, and may affect that chain from the bottom to top. A disregard for self-discipline also diminishes the continuity and readiness of our force and destroys the trust, good faith, and hope that the American public which has been placed in the hands of each and every Soldier in the Army. Discipline is not a punishment, it is a behavior, an attitude, and a lifestyle. Discipline is why Army leaders have attained their station in the Army, and in life. Self-discipline and the moral courage to do what is right is often a battle of
intestinal fortitude.
Discipline and standards are not extraordinarily complicated, or hard to maintain. Disciplined Soldiers have a sharper sense of responsibility because they have the capability to not be misled from what is truly necessary for the mission at hand. Disagreeing with Army leadership indicates a direct lack of discipline and military bearing and ought to be diminished through time spent in a professional Army. Creating excuses or red herrings to avoid punishment or necessary correction is a perfect example of lack of discipline and maturity, neither of which belong in a professional's life. Discipline is listed as one of the seven core Army values for a good reason, it is the true show of a strong and developed Soldier who knows when best to do that which is right by the law and morality. Each and every soldier is measured by their level of discipline, Soldier or Officer, due to its high degree of regard; no one is immune to this scrutiny and it should be enforced at all times as to derive a better Soldier from any and all at a constant rate. Discipline is not to be disregarded at any time, forethought and care must be used diligently and intelligently for the good of the Army and all those it may affect or perceived by.