9 Signs You're Mentally Stronger Than Most

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Do you think you are a mentally strong person?

There are people who, despite the fact that things are going badly for them, do not lose heart and continue to move forward. No matter how difficult the present may seem, they believe that better times will come.

Unfortunately, not all people have this winner's "chip", and most people fail at the first difficulty and disappointment. Moreover, in recent years, many developed countries have been trending towards raising mentally weak young people who are easily influenced and do not have a stable mentality.

Today, the economic crisis has forced many people to wake up and change their way of thinking. Because a weak psyche not only prevents success, but also causes serious emotional problems in various areas of life.

What characterizes mentally strong people?

Mentally strong people have common characteristics that set them apart from most others. Today we will describe some of the qualities that distinguish strong people and how they can be developed.

Here are 9 signs that you are mentally stronger than most:

1. Mentally strong people know how to say no.

The word "no" has a negative connotation, and many people are terrified of having to say no to someone. However, mentally strong people know that refusing to do something that goes against their principles, desires, or interferes with their plans does not make them bad people.

They know what they like to do and what they don't. They know their goals. So they are confident whether to agree or refuse.

If you want to be a strong person, learn to value your opinion, time, resources and say "no" when you think it is right. It is important to trust your instincts.

2. They perceive failure as a path to success

Mentally strong people know that in order to move forward, you must first crawl, stumble, and fall. They learn from mistakes rather than viewing them as failures. As noted in the book Frontiers of Psychology, mental strength is associated with more effective coping strategies. So they always learn something positive from negative experiences. They manage to turn disappointments into opportunities for learning and self-improvement. They know that persistence will lead them to success. For them, obstacles are a sign of change, of progress.

Therefore, learn to think that every difficulty that life presents you with is a new opportunity to gain experience. Fill yourself with optimism and try not to judge yourself for what happens to you. Evaluate what is happening, but do not criticize yourself, but act accordingly.

The strong and successful are always in the sights of those who are offended by fate!

3. They are happy on their own

Allowing your happiness to depend on someone else is very dangerous. Waiting for someone else to make you happy is stupid. Mentally strong people are able to be happy alone, and this does not exclude wonderful harmonious relationships with family and friends.

Although people are often afraid of loneliness, we wrote about this here , being alone can also lead to a state of happiness. In fact, in Korea it is common to practice honjok, that is, to enjoy doing things alone.

Solitude has its benefits, it allows you to reflect, find harmony with yourself and increase your self-esteem. In addition, you can increase your productivity. Enjoy yourself, and you will learn to enjoy others even more.

4. They face their fears

There are many things you may be afraid of: failure, loneliness, shame, and more. This is because you lack the courage to face your fears. Strong people are not afraid to take risks because they trust their knowledge.

In most cases, it is best to confront your fears and go where it is scary. At first, you will feel insecure, but you will see that it is worth overcoming. And each time, going against your fear, you will become a completely different person, strengthen your character, and at some point overcome all your fears.

“It’s amazing how different people are: some don’t hear what you say, while others hear what you think.”

5. They know how to notice their own and other people's emotions

Emotional intelligence is the ability to accurately perceive and evaluate emotions. Most people have a hard time recognizing their own feelings or the feelings of others. Mentally strong people are able to notice their emotions, name them, understand what others are feeling, and this helps them interact more effectively with people, stay calm in difficult situations, be more realistic, more productive, maintain emotional balance, be ready for change, etc. Unfortunately, not everyone has emotional intelligence, which negatively affects their psychological well-being.

Try to know yourself and you will find that you can understand others better.

6. They exclude toxic people.

Toxic personalities are those who negatively affect the mood. They harm those around them, whether in personal or work-related interactions. They display contempt, sarcasm, excessive pride, lies, or cynicism. However, a strong person does not allow these people to harm themselves. Confident people do not allow themselves to be manipulated.

Learn to neutralize toxic people! Don't let them make you doubt your qualities. If you feel it is necessary, it is better to stay away from them and turn to people who share your ideals.

You will never meet a strong man with a simple past!

7. They know that change can be positive.

Often, thinking about the past gets in the way of planning for the future. It’s good to think about the past, but only with the intention of identifying mistakes so that they can be avoided in the future. Leaving the past behind means embracing change. In this sense, mentally strong people are not afraid of change. They know that stepping out of their comfort zone can lead to a breakthrough and bring out the best in them. A new job, a new relationship, or a trip abroad can be a chance to become more capable people.

So analyze the risks, consider the benefits, and go for it.

8. They trust themselves

How can you be a strong person if you don’t trust yourself? Mentally strong people know their strengths and take them into account when making decisions. At the same time, they also know their weaknesses. But despite this, they don’t get upset. They work on correcting their shortcomings without being held back by them. This means that they have high self-esteem. Indeed, self-confidence is useful for achieving maximum potential in many aspects of everyday life. So, to be a strong person, stop judging yourself and remember that you have many virtues. Appreciate yourself!

"A strong man makes demands on himself, a weak man makes demands on others." Confucius

9. They are happy for others

Mentally strong people do not take credit for other people's good deeds. They do not envy other people's victories, but rejoice for them. Remember, resentment and envy will not lead you to achieving your goals.

How many signs do you have?

What do you think about this? Share your opinion and experience in the comments.