Giggles&Glutes Podcast

Soft Discipline: Consistency Without Burnout

Zoë Müller & Donaé Marinus Season 1 Episode 55

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Discipline doesn’t have to be harsh to work.

In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, we’re talking about soft discipline — the kind of consistency that supports your life instead of punishing you for having one.

We break down why discipline has been misunderstood, how guilt sabotages progress, and why tiny daily habits build more confidence than extreme “all-or-nothing” approaches. This episode is about self-respect, sustainability, and learning how to show up for yourself without burning out.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of starting strong and quitting harder — this one’s for you.


Timeline:

00:54 – What we mean by “soft discipline”

02:10 – Discipline is not punishment

03:35 – Emotional torture vs consistency

05:00 – The brushing-your-teeth analogy

06:55 – Consistency beats intensity

08:40 – Why beginners shouldn’t train 5–6 days a week

10:10 – Why 30 minutes, 5 days a week works

11:35 – Instagram, comparison & unrealistic standards

13:55 – Willpower, stress & decision fatigue

15:40 – Designing your life for success

17:05 – Tiny wins & dopamine

18:55 – One promise a day (examples)

20:55 – Minimum daily standards & language shifts

22:10 – Guilt, missed workouts & self-compassion

23:18 – Outro begins


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