CW Self-Discipline

Self discipline is applying yourself to something that you set your mind to. It could be the easiest thing in the world or the most difficult thing but it requires you to set your mind to getting it done. In our case, Cisco requires a lot of work. It's definitely one of the more difficult aspects of computers and our constantly transforming world. As Cisco says, we are a human network and as the world changes, so do our roles in the network. In order to keep up with these changes, we need to apply ourselves. It's a lot of work but the benefits are worth it. Self-discipline in this field means having the strength and will to keep going even when you're at the worst position you could be in. However, that's more general, when it comes to Cisco at ITHS, self-discipline takes on a different meaning. In school, being self-disciplined means giving your best at everything in class, whether the assignment counts or not. It means doing all your homework and actually making an attempt at completing the labs, which honestly speaking, requires determination to do. The labs are difficult and we have to do them by ourselves, but this only helps us become better people. It teaches us to be on our own and work for ourselves and that is what makes a disciplined person. When it comes to comparing Thomas Suarez to us, honestly, we are nowhere close. It takes a lot of will and determination to be creating apps at the age of 12, which is something even adults in their late 30s and 40s struggle with. It requires self-discipline, it requires you to put your work first and have your priorities straight. However, Cisco and programming both take great amounts of self-discipline because going off track can only lead to you losing your way.