Built by Discipline

Motivation is a liar. It shows up when it wants—and disappears when you need it most.

In this episode of Built by Discipline, Scott Schwertly breaks down why rituals always beat motivation, how Navy SEALs and elite performers use systems over emotion, and how you can build personal rituals that fuel your identity, momentum, and grit—especially when the grind gets heavy.

Motivation fades. Rituals stay.

Learn how to build the systems that will carry you when willpower runs out.

What is Built by Discipline?

Built by Discipline is the podcast for business leaders, athletes, creatives, and high-performers who know that real results start from within. Hosted by Scott Schwertly—Identity Architect and founder of GritBase—this no-fluff show delivers tactical mindset shifts, personal growth frameworks, and battle-tested stories from the trenches of sport, leadership, and life.