For all the time executives spend on physical strength and health when it comes down to it, mental strength can mean even more. Particularly for entrepreneurs who are constantly in a state of high stress due to their many responsibilities, having tenacity helps them get through difficult times without becoming stressed themselves.
This article talks not only about “grit” but also optimism—they must believe anything is possible if they want others around them to have faith as well. And lastly: an unfailing ability, as Forbes contributor David Williams, says, “to fail up.” These qualities will help any entrepreneur succeed no matter what difficulties they may face along the way!
The idea of mental strength has been around for a while, but in the 21st century, it’s become such an important topic to talk about. What does that even mean? Can you be strong mentally and physically at the same time? Is there any way to measure this type of thing anyway? It seems like we’re always talking about what not to do when being emotionally vulnerable or how entrepreneurs need more emotional intelligence.
1. Self Pity
Mentally strong people don’t let their circumstances dictate how they feel and instead focus on the present. If something doesn’t go according to plan, a person with mental strength will take responsibility for it without dwelling too much on what could have been or feeling sorry for themselves about life not being fair.
They know that sometimes bad things happen because there are more lessons out there waiting to be learned from experience- which is why when an unfortunate situation comes up, these people can quickly recover by realizing “oh well” and picking themselves back up again!
2. Being Powerless
Mentally strong people avoid giving others the power to make them feel inferior or bad. They understand they are in control of their actions and emotions and how these things affect them emotionally when others say something negative about them.
Their strength is found within this ability to manage how they respond – even if it takes some time to respond at times!
3. Fear of Change
Mentally strong people see change as something that happens. Some changes are good, and some aren’t, but mentally strong find ways to adapt regardless of the situation.
They don’t fear uncertainty; instead, they love it because this environment pushes them out of their comfort zones, forcing them to grow while not being complacent with what already is or has happened. Mentally strong people embrace opportunity as no other person does!
4. Trying to Control Everything
Mentally strong people don’t waste their time complaining about things they can’t control. That means that when the traffic is bad or carrying heavy luggage and your arms are getting sore from holding it all day, mentally strong individuals know to look at these situations as a chance for self-reflection rather than annoyance.
When something goes wrong with another person in someone’s life. Say one of those difficult colleagues who always seems to have an issue with everything anyone else does. Mentally tough people understand that there will be plenty more opportunities down the line where other factors beyond our own control might come into play.
Instead, we should take this opportunity to use what little power we do possess: how we respond and react personally towards others.
5. Trying To Keep Everyone Happy
You know the type of people who would do anything for you, even if it means compromising their own desires and needs? Or conversely, those that go out of their way to make a point by being rude to feel strong?
Neither position is really worth taking. A mentally healthy person strives to be kind and fair and to please others where appropriate because they are unafraid when someone gets upset with them.
They have learned how to navigate any situation as best possible without getting emotional themselves or making excuses for poor behavior on either side.
6. Scared of Taking Necessary Risks
Many people are so terrified of the unknown that they never take any risks in their lives. They live a life devoid of adventure and excitement, always choosing the safer route from the ones available to them.
But mental strength means you are not afraid or even concerned about what could go wrong as long as your decision was well-thought-out beforehand. It’s all worth it when you have lived an exciting life full of new experiences!
Mentally strong individuals aren’t just willing to take calculated risks; they know how to weigh every possible consequence before acting on anything so that nothing goes awry down the line.
Mentally strong folks realize that taking more risks leads towards greater fulfillment. Because, without some degree of fearlessness, no person can ever feel fully alive.
7. Unreasonable Expectations
Mental strength is all about staying in power. It takes time to see change, so don’t expect immediate results from any new work or health regimen. Stay on course and keep celebrating your milestones along the way with measured doses of energy and patience- it will pay off in the long run!
Whether you’re working out a plan for success at school or starting up a business venture, mentally strong people are “in it” for as long as they need to be (long haul). They know better than expecting instant gratification because real changes take some time. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for celebration. Celebrate each milestone/increment of progress on your journey towards mental wellness by applying your efforts over measured durations!
