{"id":161,"date":"2022-01-02T15:37:15","date_gmt":"2022-01-02T10:07:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sh105.global.temp.domains\/~yogisanj\/?p=161"},"modified":"2022-01-02T23:10:30","modified_gmt":"2022-01-02T17:40:30","slug":"how-to-build-mental-strength","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161","title":{"rendered":"7 SECRET ELEMENTS OF HOW TO BUILD MENTAL STRENGTH"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The 7 Components that have to be developed to Build Mental Strength that Sports Champions are trained for to Achieve Fame And Success<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a1f141a43013\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a1f141a43013\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#INTRODUCTION\" >INTRODUCTION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#1_MOTIVATION\" >1.&nbsp;&nbsp; MOTIVATION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#2_OPTIMISM\" >2.&nbsp;&nbsp; OPTIMISM<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#3_RESILIENCE\" >3.&nbsp;&nbsp; RESILIENCE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#4_EXCELLENCE\" >4.&nbsp;&nbsp; EXCELLENCE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#5_FOCUS\" >5.&nbsp;&nbsp; FOCUS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#6_INTELLIGENCE\" >6.&nbsp;&nbsp; INTELLIGENCE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#7_ZAPPING_PRESSURE\" >7. ZAPPING PRESSURE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#CONCLUSION\" >CONCLUSION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#FAQs\" >FAQ&#8217;s<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#What_is_one_word_for_Mental_Strength\" >What is one word for Mental Strength?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#How_can_I_train_my_mind_to_be_strong\" >How can I train my mind to be strong?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#What_is_the_difference_between_Mental_Strength_and_Mental_Toughness\" >What is the difference between Mental Strength and Mental Toughness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#Can_a_weak-minded_person_become_mentally_strong\" >Can a weak-minded person become mentally strong?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/?p=161\/#Why_is_having_Mental_Strength_important\" >Why is having Mental Strength important?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INTRODUCTION\"><\/span>INTRODUCTION<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/How-To-Build-Mental-Strength_1.jpg?resize=504%2C336&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-190\" width=\"504\" height=\"336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/How-To-Build-Mental-Strength_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/How-To-Build-Mental-Strength_1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/How-To-Build-Mental-Strength_1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/How-To-Build-Mental-Strength_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/How-To-Build-Mental-Strength_1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 504px) 100vw, 504px\" \/><figcaption><strong>NEVER EVER SAY DIE<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What is <strong>Mental Strength<\/strong>? What do people mean when they say someone is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/yogisanjay.com\/mental-toughness-meaning\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Mentally Tough<\/a><\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many Blogs &amp; Articles have been written on the subject and all the authors strive to educate the public how Mental Toughness or <strong>Mental Fitness<\/strong> is a quality that everybody should have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But the fact is that Mental Toughness or Mental Strength is not a single quality but a culmination of many Mental Skills which when put together and practiced diligently in a disciplined manner leads to a person becoming <strong>Mentally Strong<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And what are the <strong>Psychological Skills<\/strong> which Great Sportspersons have used to achieve the heights in their respective fields?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are <strong>7 Specific Traits<\/strong> that all champions have developed along the journey of their life. Some of these qualities were inborn in them, but many were cultivated or learned over a period of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have compiled the essential features of<strong> Mental Fitness<\/strong> and put it together in the form of an acronym called \u201c<strong>MOREFIZ<\/strong>\u201d, where each letter stands for one aspect of <strong>Mental Toughness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combined together you can unleash your <strong>Mind Power<\/strong> (Fizz), which can give you success in whichever field you are in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will also learn how you can develop them in a simple manner by spending just half an hour every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_MOTIVATION\"><\/span>1.&nbsp;&nbsp; MOTIVATION<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Motivation_5.jpg?resize=626%2C417&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"motivation to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-169\" width=\"626\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Motivation_5-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Motivation_5-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Motivation_5-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Motivation_5-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Motivation_5-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><figcaption><strong>The First Step is Always The Most Difficult One<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No heroic deed has ever been accomplished without a person first having the motivation to take it up first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Motivation is defined as an insatiable (unquenchable) desire to <strong>Be the Best You Can Be<\/strong>. It is a <strong>Strong Intention<\/strong> in your mind to achieve an objective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is also the Road (Path) you have decided to travel on and is sometimes expressed in the <strong>Mission Statement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is not found outside of you. It <strong>Lies Within<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Motivation is like an Inner Calling giving Meaning and Purpose to Your Life. Sometimes it stems from your Ego or at the least from your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Self-esteem\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Self-Esteem<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wanting to express your <strong>Self-Worth and Image<\/strong> to the rest of the world is the most common trigger for Motivation. In other words, it is your <strong>Self-Pride<\/strong> that drives Motivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important aspect of motivation is to Set Goals. Achieving Goals are very important but the first step in that direction is to <strong>Set Goals in a Systematic and Methodical Manner<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the best ways of creating goals is to use the \u201c<strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/SMART_criteria\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SMARTER<\/a><\/u><\/strong>\u201d Goal-Setting Method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is an acronym which is expanded below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">S =&gt;<span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\"> <strong>S<\/strong><\/span>pecific<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">M =&gt; <strong><span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\">M<\/span><\/strong>easurable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A =&gt; <strong><span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\">A<\/span><\/strong>chievable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">R =&gt;<strong><span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\"> R<\/span><\/strong>elevant<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">T =&gt; <span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>T<\/strong><\/span>ime-bound<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">E =&gt; <strong><span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\">E<\/span><\/strong>valuate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">R =&gt; <strong><span style=\"color:#eb0927\" class=\"has-inline-color\">R<\/span><\/strong>eframe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Setting Goals in this manner gives a clear picture of what exactly you want to achieve and increases your Motivation to go after it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_OPTIMISM\"><\/span>2.&nbsp;&nbsp; OPTIMISM<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Optimism_1.jpg?resize=642%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"optimism to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-171\" width=\"642\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Optimism_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Optimism_1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Optimism_1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Optimism_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1023&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Optimism_1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 642px) 100vw, 642px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Your Success In Life Depends Upon Your Attitude<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the Key Aspects for Happiness and Success in Life is to Be Optimistic whatever the situation one finds oneself in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optimism is defined as \u201c<strong>The Belief a Person has in their capability to perform a task<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is of course a <strong>Subjective Judgement<\/strong> of the person, whether they can meet the demands placed on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The feeling of Optimism depends largely on the <strong>Accomplishments and Experiences<\/strong> that the person has had in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But it can also be brought about by <strong>Verbal Persuasion<\/strong> from Parents, Teachers, Friends, Mentors or Peers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports Psychologists have for a long time now used <strong>Interventions to Increase <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Self-efficacy\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Self-Efficacy<\/a><\/strong> (belief in a person that they have the ability to control their emotions and behaviour) for better performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optimism is also dependent to a large extent on the <strong>Physiological State<\/strong> of the person at that moment in time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optimism is a natural consequence when one has characteristics like <strong>Self-belief, Determination and Humility<\/strong>. This helps them to keep a <strong>Low Profile<\/strong> and create a <strong>High Impact<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The First Step to increase your Optimism is to \u201c<strong>ALWAYS THINK OF WHAT YOU WANT<\/strong>\u201d and never of \u201cWhat You Don\u2019t Want\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always <strong>Respond To a Situation<\/strong>; Never React Without Conscious Awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Inculcate Optimism<\/strong> into your lifestyle. Let it become a part of you. This does not mean that you become dreamy and unrealistic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being an <strong>Optimistic Realist<\/strong> or a <strong>Realistic Optimist,<\/strong> is one of the Secrets of Success among sporting greats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_RESILIENCE\"><\/span>3.&nbsp;&nbsp; RESILIENCE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Resilience_2.jpg?resize=502%2C423&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"resilience to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-174\" width=\"502\" height=\"423\"\/><figcaption><strong>Whatever The Situation Around You, You Can Overcome It With Your Will Power<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you noticed that the outstanding characteristic of any great sportsperson is their <strong>Ability to Bounce Back<\/strong> after Failures, Injuries or Bad Form?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is exactly what the quality of Resilience is and this attribute is inherent in some persons, but can be built up among everybody through dedicated and sustained training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The essence of it can be described as the &#8220;<strong>Process Put into Place after Severe Adversity<\/strong>&#8220;, which includes Injury, Failure, Trauma and Bad Form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a <strong>Positive Adaptation to the Adversity<\/strong> using effective <strong>Coping Skills<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Being Optimistic, <\/strong>having a <strong>Sturdy Temperament<\/strong> and&nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;Being Persistent<\/strong> <strong>despite Continuous Pressure,<\/strong> are other facets of Resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports Psychologists use many types of <strong>Interventions to build up Resilience<\/strong> and the prerequisites for it are given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Developing a <strong>Strong Social Support Network<\/strong> and ensuring to <strong>Care For and Communicate Well<\/strong> with all of them<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Never see a situation as Negative or as a Failure; Learn to get <strong>Feedback<\/strong> from every setback and consider it as a <strong>Lesson Learnt<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Be aware of any <strong>Negative Self-Talk<\/strong> as soon as it appears<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Don\u2019t always take the <strong>Easy Option<\/strong> during training and practice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Build up the qualities of <strong>Faith, Patience and Will-power<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=> Think and Believe that <strong>Everything will be Alright<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Visualize the End Result<\/strong> with your Preferred Outcome<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_EXCELLENCE\"><\/span>4.&nbsp;&nbsp; EXCELLENCE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Excellence_1.jpg?resize=632%2C474&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"excellence to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-176\" width=\"632\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Excellence_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Excellence_1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Excellence_1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Excellence_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Excellence_1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 632px) 100vw, 632px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Be The Best You Can Be With Whatever Resources You Have<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whenever people see great feats in sports, they are always struck by the feeling about how perfect it was.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But Perfection is Impossible. Because life is always evolving and performances of all kinds are also undergoing constant change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfection is subjective; i.e. what one feels is perfect, may not seem the same to another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What Champions do is <strong>Aim for Perfection but Settle for Excellence<\/strong>; They strive to <strong>Be the Best They Can Be<\/strong> under the existing circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Excellence is a trait where the person <strong>Sets High Standards<\/strong> for himself as well as for others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They experience <strong>Few Doubts about Their Abilities<\/strong> and are <strong>Not Bothered about the Comments<\/strong> of others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are <strong>Organized and Prepared<\/strong> for any eventuality and have more than one plan in place to tackle all the obstacles they may face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are <strong>Not Overly Concerned<\/strong> when they make mistakes, but learn from it and come back better prepared with more practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Great Champions practice creating \u201c<strong>Their Zone<\/strong>\u201d, which is an area of \u201c<strong>Total Flow<\/strong>\u201d in their activity; This is the time when they are in <strong>Total Rhythm and Harmony<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To develop Excellence a person must meticulously follow some time tested techniques which have given exceptional results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Learn to <strong>Funnel Your Thoughts &amp; Actions<\/strong> in such a way that only the most important ones are at the top of your mind<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Set <strong>Standards and Conditions<\/strong> for Peak Performance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Build Up Routines<\/strong> for every Area of Activity in Your Life<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Ensure that you <strong>Have a Checklist<\/strong> for every small sub-part of the Routine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Maintain a Steady Flow of <strong>Positive Thoughts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Visualize<\/strong> Yourself Doing Well and Succeeding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Spend Time Quietly<\/strong> by Yourself and do some Introspection before and after every activity<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Learn to <strong>Do Relaxation and Imagery<\/strong> <strong>Exercises<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_FOCUS\"><\/span>5.&nbsp;&nbsp; FOCUS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Focus_8.jpg?resize=599%2C399&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"focus to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-178\" width=\"599\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Focus_8.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Focus_8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Focus_8.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Focus_8.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Paying Selective Attention With Intention Gives You Temendous Results<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What sets apart a high achiever in any occupation or sport is the ability to concentrate for long periods of time, especially during key moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;Paying Attention is the greatest attribute every person should cultivate from a very young age. This is the key factor that enables a person to develop focus for a particular action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Paying Attention to the Right Things at the Right Time<\/strong> leads to the Right Focus and this involves attending to selective cues, thoughts or behaviour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Focus requires that everything else is disregarded at that particular moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When Focus is raised to a very High Intensity we call it <strong>Concentration<\/strong>. But it is not possible for the human brain to concentrate (focus intensely) for long periods of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So sportspersons develop the habit of Selective Concentration and practice the <strong>Switch-On \/ Switch-Off Method<\/strong> to vary the intensity of their focus over long time spans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Focus is a Skill that can be learned with adequate and relevant training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Focus can be divided into <strong>4 Types<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Broad \u2013 External<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Broad \u2013 Internal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Narrow \u2013 External<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Narrow \u2013 Internal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the 4 Types of Focus can be developed with separate training procedures, the enhancement of Focus is generally done by the following common processes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Critical Cues<\/strong> and the <strong>Critical Moments<\/strong> must be identified for every activity, problem and situation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=> <strong>Concentration Practice Exercises<\/strong> in the Form of Drills, is to be done to handle each of these Critical Moments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Meditations including Breath Awareness<\/strong> must be taught for being in the Present Moment and making sure that the person\u2019s mind does not wander off at crucial times<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Routines can be incorporated to <strong>Regain Focus<\/strong> on the Right Things<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Training should involve elements of <strong>Surprises and Distractions<\/strong>, so as to ensure that the individual remains alert at every stage<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Poor Focus arises due to the <strong>Mind Getting Overloaded<\/strong> by thinking about too many things or giving importance to the wrong priorities.It also happens due to the mind being distracted by thoughts and feelings which have no relevance at that point of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once a person is made aware of these diversions of the mind and is trained to take care of it in the right manner, it ceases to be a source of disruption resulting in improved Focus &amp; Concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_INTELLIGENCE\"><\/span>6.&nbsp;&nbsp; INTELLIGENCE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Intelligence_9.jpg?resize=607%2C284&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"intelligence to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-179\" width=\"607\" height=\"284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Intelligence_9.jpg?resize=1024%2C479&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Intelligence_9.jpg?resize=300%2C140&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Intelligence_9.jpg?resize=768%2C359&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Intelligence_9.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 607px) 100vw, 607px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Addding New Neural Paths Aid Continous Improvement<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply put, Intelligence can be Defined as \u201c<strong>The Ability to Learn, Understand or Deal With New or Difficult Challenges<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also proposes that an Intelligent Person can <strong>Analyze and Exploit Opportunities<\/strong> by understanding the Nature of the Situation and Environment, and deal with it accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may have seen any number of times, how great sportspersons take advantage of the smallest opening given by the opponent and go on to win in a convincing manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is entirely due to what is known as Intelligence and also means that it can be developed in such a way so as to improve the intellect, cleverness and shrewdness of the person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are <strong>9 Types of Intelligence<\/strong> that have been discovered by Research Scientists and while each of them have their own Methodology for boosting it, some of the ways in which each one of us can improve our Overall Intelligence is given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Become a <strong>Constant Student of Life<\/strong>; Keep your eyes and ears open to all the knowledge that you can pick up from the world around you<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; In every activity that you perform, <strong>Focus on the Process<\/strong>, not the Outcome<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Regularly Upgrade the Skills<\/strong> needed in your Profession or Occupation; Try to become proficient in New Skills<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Observe Your Social Circl<\/strong>e of Family, Friends and Colleagues to pick up anything useful that you can use to benefit your progress; Don\u2019t hesitate to take Support and Encouragement from them<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Model Successful People<\/strong> in your field; Learn to Become More Creative in your sphere of activity<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Make use of <strong>Positive<\/strong> <strong>Empowering Self-Talk<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Establish Trust<\/strong> in people around you and you will learn a lot from them<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Do a <strong>Honest Self-Appraisal<\/strong> on a regular basis to Identify Your Strengths and Areas You Have to Improve In; Work Persistently to overcome your shortcomings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; Practice to Become a <strong>Quick Learner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Monitor<\/strong> all the people you deal with and examine their actions to find out who are your well wishers and who are your detractors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Development of intelligence does not happen overnight. It is a streamlined process which happens with formation of new neural paths in the brain, which ultimately leads to better understanding and grasp of what best to do in a particular circumstance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_ZAPPING_PRESSURE\"><\/span>7. ZAPPING PRESSURE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pressure_1.jpg?resize=537%2C403&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"overcoming pressure to build mental strength\" class=\"wp-image-180\" width=\"537\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pressure_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pressure_1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pressure_1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pressure_1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/yogisanjay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pressure_1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 537px) 100vw, 537px\" \/><figcaption><strong>Never Allow Anything In Life To Trouble You<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have used the term \u201cZapping\u201d because it goes well with my acronym \u201c<strong>MOREFIZ<\/strong>\u201d meaning More Energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But Zapping just means <strong>Coping With Pressure<\/strong>, Stress, Anxiety, Loss, Trauma, Fears and Doubts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Great sportspersons have become great only because they know how to face the pressure situations, not be overwhelmed by it and find ways to come out on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In technical terms you can say that it is the Ability to Keep the Physical and Mental Arousal Levels Within Manageable Limits under Adversity and Pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What it means is that if you want to become Mentally Tough you have to keep your <strong>Thoughts and Emotions Under Control<\/strong>, especially when there is a very stressful situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anxiety arises in everyone when they assess or interpret a situation as stressful; What is perceived as stressful by one person may not be the case for others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is fundamentally a <strong>Question of Perception<\/strong>. If one has very high clarity of mind, the perceived situation might not be interpreted as exceedingly worrisome or stressful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pressure has 2 Components to it; A <strong>Mental Component<\/strong> (Anxiety, Stress etc.) and a <strong>Physical Component<\/strong> (Heart Rate, Respiration, Muscular Tension etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can be manifested in many different ways in different people. This feeling of nervousness or excited behaviour is good if it is in small amounts, as it helps in the secretion of adrenaline which controls the fight or flight response of human beings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But if it goes beyond optimal levels, it can bring about harm and damage to the individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From years of research and observation it has been determined that the following Interventions have proved to be the most successful in calming down a person under pressure, and assisting them to prevail over the stressful situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the Body and Mind are connected, working with one aspect of it produces simultaneous results in the other and thus many <strong>Stress Reduction Techniques<\/strong> use this principle. Some of them are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Muscle Relaxation Techniques<\/strong> which work in the realm of the body and support reduction of muscular tension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Meditation<\/strong> for Soothing the Mind and producing a feeling of calmness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Breathing Techniques<\/strong> to regulate the respiration and bring about a more steady heart rate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Visualizations Techniques<\/strong> to set goals pertaining to the desired outcome<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Self-Talk<\/strong> to counter the Negative Thoughts on the Psychological Level<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Mental Work-outs<\/strong> for Specific Situations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; \u201c<strong>Thought Stoppage<\/strong>\u201d Techniques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">=&gt; <strong>Biofeedback Processes<\/strong> can be used wherever they are available<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>=<\/strong>&gt; <strong>Autogenic Training<\/strong> to empower yourself to bring the vital parameters of the body under control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CONCLUSION\"><\/span>CONCLUSION<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, as we as seen in the above description of the Mental Skills to be built-up, it is clear that Mental Toughness is not a single trait that can be developed independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports Psychologists have designed comprehensive <strong>Psychological Skills Training (PST)<\/strong> Frameworks that address the issues concerning the Mental Make-up of individual sportspersons, depending on their Age, Experience and Sport they are in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201c<strong>MOREFIZ<\/strong>\u201d framework has been designed on similar lines for the majority of the public who are not sportspersons, but for whom life\u2019s trials and tribulations are no less challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Techniques of Goal Setting, Self-Talk, Visualization, Relaxation and Meditation help create a steadfast and strong mind-set, whatever pressure and setbacks an individual has to face in their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Calm Mind has more Clarity and consequently the decisions made by such a mind will be driven by the best of Mental Fitness Skills, and brings out the finest in a person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQ&#8217;s<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1641119519948\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_one_word_for_Mental_Strength\"><\/span>What is one word for Mental Strength?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-0-color\">Ans<\/span><\/strong>: Mental Strength can be described in one word as <strong>Fortitude<\/strong>. This is derived from the Latin Word &#8220;Fortis&#8221; meaning &#8220;Strong&#8221;. This is the word generally used in English to denote Mental Strength. It is the characteristic of having the Mental and Emotional Strength to courageously face difficulty, adversity, danger or temptation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1641120048702\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_train_my_mind_to_be_strong\"><\/span>How can I train my mind to be strong?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-0-color\">Ans<\/span><\/strong>: Mental Strength Training is a systematic, methodical process where all the 7 Components of mental Fitness are built up in a steady manner. At first a Questionnaire will be administered to discover  the person&#8217;s present mind-set and Mental Fitness Quotient. Then interventions are chalked out to address all the areas where improvement is needed. Finally action oriented activities are implemented where the participant is able to test out the new mind-set in actual situations. Over aperioid of time after regular monitoring and Feedback the individual becomes Mentally Strong.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1641120754525\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_Mental_Strength_and_Mental_Toughness\"><\/span>What is the difference between Mental Strength and Mental Toughness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><span class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-0-color\"><strong>Ans<\/strong><\/span>: Mental Strength is just one aspect of Mental Fitness. Just like Physical Fitness is made up of Endurance, Speed, Strength, Flexibility and Agility, the same parameters are also there in the case of Mental Fitness, in which Mental Strength is just one aspect. Mental Toughness on the other hand is the end result of practising and implementing all the factors that go into Mental Fitness. Mental Strength and Mental Toughness are used interchangeably by many, but strictly speaking Mental Strength is just a part of the totality of becoming Mentally Tough.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1641140411824\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_weak-minded_person_become_mentally_strong\"><\/span>Can a weak-minded person become mentally strong?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-0-color\">Ans<\/span><\/strong>: There is a common misconception that people are either mentally weak, mentally strong or somewhere in between. The fact is that everybody possesses some amount of Mental Strength just like everybody has physical strength to a certain extent. It is just that it may be strong in some areas and less in other aspects<br \/> Just as you have to adopt a regular fitness regimen to ensure that you are physically fit, it is also necessary to build up the mental muscle in a systematic disciplined way, so that the development of all the mental characteristics are taken care of. An initial assessment of where a person is lacking in Mental FItness can be done just like Physical FItness Tests, and a program drawn up for addressing all the areas that have to be improved.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1641140981194\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_having_Mental_Strength_important\"><\/span>Why is having Mental Strength important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-0-color\">Ans<\/span><\/strong>: When you develop mental strength you get a certain clarity in the mind which helps you in taking the right decisions in any situation. This clear thinking will assist you in knowing what advice to take, and not bother about the loose comments of other people.<br \/>No failure or setback will ever trouble a mentally strong person, as they remain committed to their goals and will not let any obstacle deter them from reaching it. They gain control over their feelings and remain emotionally balanced in all situations.<br \/>Mental Strength makes you courageous and does not allow fears and doubts to override your thoughts. It builds up Self-Pride and Self-Esteem, which ultimately powers up your Self-Efficacy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 7 Components that have to be developed to Build Mental Strength that Sports Champions are trained for to Achieve Fame And Success INTRODUCTION What is Mental Strength? What do people mean when they say someone is Mentally Tough? 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