Is it necessary to punish yourself/practice restraint to do well?

Also read- Why you shouldn’t punish yourself for results

1. Too many restrictions come in the way of attracting abundance. But temporary sacrifices are normal, like cutting down just during exams. It shouldn’t become a habit.
2. The point of scoring well is to be happy which wont happen unless you are being yourself. Temporary sacrifise does not endanger/threaten your identity, but consistent self punishment (in the form of too many restrictions) will never make you happy. You have to let go, let yourself be yourself.
3. Working is even more tough this way because there is no motivation since incentive is lost. That is not balance.
4. Your grades are determined by how much you study, not how less you enjoy. Some people can do both. Try to tap into that abundant self!