Mental Toughness Quiz Results:
You’re tough as nails!
You deal with things as they come and don’t stress over the small stuff. You are likely present-moment focused and have an idea of your own resources and/or resourcefulness. You understand that toughness is not external but internal. You excel under pressure and know what to do when things get tough.
The right amount of mental toughness is essential for maintaining a barrier against stress when striving for excellence. Too much mental toughness may result in an inability to ask for help. It can also be unhealthy if you push yourself past your limits. We know that pushing limits is important to achieving things you never had but not at the detriment of your physical and mental health. Unhealthy mental toughness can look like shame and guilt for resting instead of training, overtraining that leads to burn out or injury, and competing against others too much that ends in harsh self-judgment. Remember that to be tough is to also know when to rest. The opposite of mental toughness is not weakness, but harm so take care of yourself and strive for excellence with a mindset that protects your own welfare.
What is mental toughness anyway?
To be mentally tough means to perform at your best in any situation, especially when encountering adversity and obstacles. It looks like maintaining enthusiasm despite a loss or remaining optimistic despite having a tough day in training. It is the essential component to performing under pressure—something jiu jitsu athletes know all about.
One framework to describe mental toughness is the 4C’s model by Clough & Strycharczyk (2012). See the breakdown below:
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Commitment is your why and the driving force behind achieving your goals. Mental toughness requires you to be persistent and committed to the process. Remember the reason you started training and why you compete. This will help you dig deep when you need that extra push.
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Control is the degree to which you believe you have influence over your life. It is the ability to narrow in on what can be controlled like our own thoughts and actions rather than on what cannot be controlled like the thoughts and actions of others. This includes regulating your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors appropriately.
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Confidence is your belief in yourself, your abilities, and the capacity to do hard things. It is the unshaken belief that things will turn out well and you will be okay. Self belief comes from a history of doing hard things and overcoming challenges in the past. It looks like a type of composure that no matter what comes your way, you can handle it.
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Challenge is seeing adversity as an opportunity for growth and development. It is the ability to face your fears, embrace change, and take on risk. When something is challenging, it is highlighting an area for self-improvement and testing your abilities.
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