We must know what we feel deep down to become mentally strong. We need to be acutely aware of our thoughts, beliefs, and convictions. We must clarify our values so that our responses to unfavorable circumstances are purposeful. Becoming mentally strong doesn’t require that we detach ourselves from our emotions. On the contrary, we should embrace them. That’s the only way to truly master them. By acknowledging our fear, frustration, and other negative emotions when things go wrong, we’re able to evaluate them, determine their veracity, and regulate the ones that are unrealistic. Increasing our
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