The Dark Side of Discipline with Craig Ballantyne: Why Working Hard Doesn’t Always Work

Why do we obsess over being disciplined—only to find ourselves stuck, burned out, or chasing the wrong goals? In this eye-opening conversation, Craig Ballantyne returns to discuss his new book, The Dark Side of Discipline. He breaks down the real reason so many people feel like they’re giving their all and still getting nowhere. Discipline isn’t the golden ticket we’ve been sold. Sometimes it keeps us locked in comfort zones, polishing what's already good while ignoring what truly matters. Through real stories, bold insights, and practical tools like the reverse alarm and daily reviews, Craig lays out how lasting growth actually happens. Listen now and learn how to stop pouring effort into the wrong problems—and start building a life that works. Our favourite quotable moments: “Don't let discipline become your master.”  - Craig Ballantyne “The ultimate definition of discipline is to put a level 10 effort into your level 10 problem.” - Craig Ballantyne “A lot of the discipline stuff is solved by subtraction.” - Craig Ballantyne “Are you doing things because you feel like you have to, or are you doing things that are actually what you should be doing?” - Craig Ballantyne Resources: The Dark Side of Discipline - Book and Website Craig Ballantyne - Instagram Dan Henderson - Website, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube About Guest: Craig Ballantyne is a seasoned entrepreneur and bestselling author who transformed his life from a struggling personal trainer to a multi-million-dollar empire builder. Born and raised on a Canadian farm, Ballantyne's journey is a testament to the power of human potential. With a proven track record of building five seven-figure businesses across diverse industries, he has mentored thousands worldwide, from CEOs to everyday individuals. Ballantyne's expertise lies in providing the strategic frameworks, discipline, and mindset necessary for achieving extraordinary success. His mission is to empower others to create their ideal lives and build their own empires. About Dan: Dan Henderson, founder of Fitness Profit, is a coach and business consultant who helps fitness owners achieve more freedom, impact, and income. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Dan is a well-respected leader, owning two successful businesses within the space: Momentum 360 gym and Australia's largest fitness conference, Filex. As a published author and entrepreneur, Dan shares his knowledge on the Profit Made Simple podcast, where he interviews industry experts and offers practical advice for growing your fitness business, building your brand, and achieving your goals. Join Dan each week and take your fitness business to new heights with Profit Made Simple. Related: discipline, self-reflection, personal development, productivity, decision-making, systems, introspection, performance, discipline, peak performance