Over Thanksgiving, I had a chance to read a book recommended to me called “What the Best Do Better than Everyone Else – Training Camp” by Jon Gordon.
One section of the book that I really enjoyed was, 20 Ways to get Mentally Tough, which I have listed below. In the world we live in, I think it’s important for kids to get mentally tough and understand that it’s a character trait you build; not one you are not born with.
1. When you face a setback, think of it as a defining moment that will lead to a future accomplishment.
2. When you encounter adversity, remember the best don’t just face adversity, they embrace it. Knowing that it is not a dead-end but a detour to something greater and better.
3. When you face negative people, know that the key to life is to stay positive in the face of negativity; not in the absence of it. After all, everyone will have to overcome negativity to define themselves and create their success.
4. When you face name-sayers, remember the people who believed in you and spoke positive words to you.
5. When you face critics, remember to tune them out and focus only on being the best that you can be.
6. When you wake up in the morning, take a morning walk of gratitude or prayer. It will create a fertile mind ready for success.
7. When you fear…trust. Let your faith be greater than your doubt.
8. When you fail, find a lesson in it and remember a time when you succeeded.
9. When you head into battle, visualize success.
10. When you are thinking about the past or worrying about the future, instead focus your energy on the present. The “now” is where your power is the greatest.
11. When you want to complain, instead identify a solution.
12. When your own self-doubt crowds your mind, weed it, and replace it with positive thoughts and positive self-talk.
13. When you feel distracted, focus on your breathing, observe your surrounding, clear your mind, and get into the zone. The zone is not a random event. It can be created.
14. When you feel all is impossible, know that with God all things are possible.
15. When you feel alone, think of all the people that helped you along the way and who love you and support you now.
16. When you feel lost, pray for guidance.
17. When you are tired and drained, remember to never, never, never give up. Finish strong in everything you do.
18. When you feel like you can’t do it, know that you can do all things through him that gives you strength.
19. When you feel like your situation is beyond your control, pray and surrender. Focus on what you can control and let go of what you can’t.
20. When you are in a high-pressure situation and the game is on the line and everyone is watching you, remember to smile, have fun and enjoy it. Life is short. You only live once. You have nothing to lose. Seize the moment.
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