Hey guys! It’s Samantha! From admitting mistakes to getting the help you need, here
are some signs that you’re stronger minded than other people!
13. Celebrate Others
Have you ever been around somebody who is never happy when you succeed? They could seem
jealous or angry and just generally upset that you’re doing well in life. Surprisingly,
this happens fairly often. People have a difficult time being genuinely content regarding other
people’s accomplishments if they have a weak mind. They’re often self-conscious
about their achievements - or lack thereof - and themselves, which causes them to be
bitter and resentful of those around them. Just like the Wicked Witch of the West in
The Wizard of Oz, they become envious - although they usually don’t turn green. But, if you
do the opposite - praise people for their success, celebrate when your friends meet
their goals, and experience true excitement for them - then you are mentally tougher than
other people. Celebrating others means that you are confident enough in yourself and your
goals that you aren’t jealous of what anyone else has or does.
12. Take Responsibility
Another sign that you are mentally stronger than other people is if you take responsibility
for your own actions. Although it may not seem like a difficult task, admitting you’re
wrong is one of the greatest signs that your mind is stronger than most people. It’s
bad enough when we make a mistake and get down on ourselves about it, but letting other
people know that you’re the one who messed up is even harder. For example, if you’re
at work and forget to do one of your daily tasks, which delays everybody else’s work
for the day, then you’re probably going to be pretty embarrassed and feel bad about
not doing it. Somebody who is mentally weak would blame somebody else for the issue or
act like they did nothing wrong. But, someone with a strong mind would own up to their error
and figure out what they can do to reconcile it. So, if you have the courage to admit the
things you’ve done wrong, apologize, and correct any issues they’ve caused, then
chances are that you’re one tough cookie.
11. Recognize Your Weaknesses
Just like recognizing your mistakes is challenging, so is acknowledging your weaknesses. It might
sound cliche, but nobody is perfect - that’s just the way it is. So, it’s best not to
act like you are, unless your goal is for people to dislike you. Of course, people who
pretend they’re flawless are usually self-conscious, and acting smug is their method of hiding
their insecurities. But, if you don’t feel shame regarding your imperfections, then chances
are that you have a tough mind. Admitting your weaknesses and working to grow and improve
are very telling of a strong mentality. It isn’t easy to accept the things you aren’t
confident about and struggle with. So, more power to you if you can be open and honest
about stuff you need to work on!
10. Improving
As we briefly mentioned before, something else that signals a mentally tough person
is improving. After recognizing your weaknesses, struggles, or mistakes, the following step
is bettering yourself. This takes an entirely different level of mental strength because
talking about doing something and actually buckling down and doing it are two separate
things. Although simply admitting your issues is emotionally demanding, taking the steps
to combat your shortcomings is even more strenuous. That’s why people always say, “Actions
speak louder than words.” This phrase holds true in more than one sense. For instance,
telling your spouse that you love them isn’t as significant as doing things that show them
how you feel. Concerning mental toughness, however, the improvements are entirely your
responsibility. The only person you’re trying to impress is yourself, which can make things
tougher. But, if you succeed in improving, then you’ve demonstrated your mental strength.
9. Express Gratitude
Mentally tough people are also great at expressing gratitude. For some reason, people often find
it strenuous to say “thank you” when somebody does something nice for them. This can include
things as minuscule as holding the door open or as significant as giving a friend a place
to stay. It may seem surprising to you that so many folks aren’t well-versed in the
simple “please and thank you” courtesy that most of us learn during childhood. But,
it’s safe to say that showing appreciation isn’t effortless for some. This could be
due to how they were raised, but it’s more likely the result of embarrassment, lack of
confidence, or failure to acknowledge that they need help. An example would be what we
mentioned earlier: a friend needing a place to stay. Although they might reach out and
ask for assistance, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they’ve accepted the fact that
they’re going through a rough patch. Actively showing how appreciative they are would confirm
that they’re struggling. However, if you were in the same situation and presented your
thankfulness openly, then it means you are mentally strong. You aren’t afraid to admit
that you need help and do things that show your gratitude when you get it. As we previously
mentioned, expressing thanks isn’t always in profound situations. Have you ever held
the door open for somebody, and they don’t acknowledge your presence, much less say “thank
you”? That’s a sign of a weak-minded person. This could be because they’re acting superior
to you, aren’t observative, or are merely rude. Whatever the case, failing to praise
somebody for something nice they’ve done for you is a sign of a mentally weak person.
8. Handle Pressure
Something else that points to a strong mind is the ability to deal with stress and pressure.
These things could come from personal struggles, work, school, or just about anything else
in life. But, the way you handle it determines how mentally tough you are compared with other
people. Others might easily break down or become unable to think straight during times
of severe tension. On the other hand, people who are mentally strong will be able to take
things a step at a time and resolve the issue without becoming too overwhelmed. So, if you’re
one of those people who can look at things from a different perspective and take whatever
life throws at you, then you are one tough cookie!
7. Actively Solve Problems
This characteristic goes along with handling pressure. Problem-solving is one of the primary
aspects of a person with a strong mind. But, there’s a difference between problem-solving
and active problem-solving. Although most people do the former, procrastination is also
prevalent in most situations. Those who take part in active problem-solving are the ones
whose minds are tougher. Recognizing the issue, thinking it through, and coming up with solutions
right away is much more difficult than figuring it out over a prolonged period. You might
be asking “why?”. Well, the answer is simple. It’s easier to put things off until
the following day, week, or month, while taking on the problem right then and there is challenging
because it requires quick thinking, focus, and determination.
6. Face Your Fears
Those with mental toughness don’t shy away from the things that intimidate them. We aren’t
necessarily referring to people with arachnophobia or acrophobia - the fear of heights for those
who don’t know - but, there is something to say for those who don’t let their fears
control them. For example, let’s say that you have the opportunity for a promotion at
work, and to get it you have to give a presentation in front of several of your coworkers. Just
about everybody would be nervous about a situation like this. But, only mentally tough people
would be willing to do so, especially because it’s beneficial in the long run. On the
other hand, those who are weak-minded would bypass the opportunity merely because it’s
easier to maintain their current position. Facing your fears also involves trying new
things. People who are willing to travel to different places, expand their horizons, try
their hand at new hobbies and activities, or mix up their day-to-day lives are often
tougher minded than others who stay in their lane, so to speak.
5. Keep Trying
There are numerous things that can define somebody with a strong mind, and in addition
to facing your fears and solving problems, a significant characteristic is the motivation
to keep trying. Although it might sound cliche to say “when you fall down, get back up,”
it makes sense. The only way to accomplish anything is to work through failure and setbacks.
But, there are tons of people who can’t do it. Weak minded people often give up after
one or two tries and accept defeat. Those who are mentally tough push through and don’t
stop until they succeed. This can apply to nearly everything in life, especially while
trying to meet new goals or attempting new things. From school and work to various hobbies,
things take time, and nobody is wonderful at everything on their first try. If you’re
a person who knows that, accepts it, and doesn’t take the L because you didn’t triumph on
your first go-round, then chances are that you are a strong minded person.
4. Ask For Help
Not only are mentally tough folks able to overcome their fears, keep trying, and handle
pressure, but they are also capable of admitting when they aren’t able to accomplish something
single handedly. There’s no denying that some activities, goals, etcetera take more
than one person to manage. Believe it or not, someone with a strong mind knows when to ask
for help; they don’t force themselves to do things alone out of stubbornness. Unfortunately,
many people would rather struggle than admit they need assistance. Michelangelo didn’t
paint the Sistine Chapel alone. Even everyday tasks often take at least two people. That’s
why teamwork is so important in so many things. For example, Tom Brady couldn’t have won
the 2019 Big Game alone - he and the rest of the Patriots worked together to take home
the coveted trophy for the sixth time. But, simple things like running an office or helping
customers at a store require people to work together - at least to create the best outcome.
3. Patience
Another key aspect of a mentally tough person is patience. We previously mentioned that
actively problem solving is an aspect of someone with a strong mind. Nevertheless, there are
other situations or issues that require patience, and sometimes waiting is even more difficult
than taking action. An instance in which patience would be essential is when your significant
other needs space. It’s safe to say that just about everyone has had an argument with
their partner, and they’ve asked for some alone time to cool down. Waiting for them
to text, call, or come see you during these situations is extremely challenging. You’re
unsure of how they’re feeling, if they’re going to come back, or if your relationship
is irreparable. But, showing that you’re capable of giving them alone time is one of
the strongest things you can do. It would be easy to send them a message to check up
on them - it’s much more difficult to wait things out. Patience is needed in many other
circumstances as well. Something else that requires patience would be moving up in a
company. Usually, when people are first hired, they have to start at the bottom before working
their way to the top, and it doesn’t happen overnight. Enduring weird hours and low wages
is part of the long process of getting promoted. But, it’s worth it, and people with strong
minds are capable of waiting it out. Others might just quit and try to find a quick fix,
but if you’re willing to wait for the reward, then you’re probably mentally tougher than
those people.
2. Showing Your Emotions
Another thing that takes mental strength is being open. Many of us want to lock our emotions
away and hide how we’re feeling from the world. It seems easier to live that way so
that others won’t judge us and we can protect ourselves. But, it takes a lot of courage
to show your emotions and discuss them with other people. Let’s say someone offends
you at work. Your feelings were hurt and you’re not sure how to handle it. The first option
would be to keep it inside and try to overcome it alone. But, that will only create a domino
effect and you’ll become more and more upset about it over time. Another option is to become
defensive and angry without telling anybody why. Either one of these choices are definitive
of weak minded people. They would rather keep their feelings secret than talk about them,
which results in hurting themselves and other people. But, a mentally tough person will
have an open, friendly conversation about why they’re feeling a certain way so steps
can be taken to resolve the issue.
1. Staying Logical
Last but not least, remaining logical is a telling sign of a person with a strong mind.
Several of the previous attributes fall into this category in some way. Problem-solving,
admitting your shortcomings, asking for help, etcetera all require logic. This doesn’t
mean that you should never follow your heart or instinct, but in everyday life, it’s
important to think things through logically. You might want to stand up, scream at your
annoying coworker, and walk out of your job, but that’s not the logical option concerning
your own well-being. The ability to control your urges and do what’s right for you and
others is a glaring sign of a mentally tough person.
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