I am currently reading the book The Winner's Brain by Jeff Brown and Mark Fenske. While the book is good it isn't groundbreaking by any means in this new wave of personal development literature (advice for improvement coupled with scientific research purportedly backing the … [Read more...] about Research Shows Difference Between Resilient and Non-Resilient Brains
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Mental Toughness is a Habit and a Skill
I used to think that mental toughness is an innate ability, or something that is forged entirely through childhood. But I found out that it is not the case. Rather, mental toughness is a skill. Just like any other skill, it can be learned. And to become competent at any … [Read more...] about Mental Toughness is a Habit and a Skill
The 8 Benefits of Doing Jiu Jitsu and Judo
I've been taking judo and brazilian jiu jitsu (called jiu jitsu from hereon) for the past year and it has been life-changing. And I am not the only one who thinks this. You will notice that a lot of people who dedicate a huge portion of their time to the two martial arts find … [Read more...] about The 8 Benefits of Doing Jiu Jitsu and Judo
14 Ways to Develop and Improve Mental Toughness
"When the going gets tough, the tough get going" is something often said about people who are mentally tough. Mental toughness are character attributes that allows someone to persevere and persist through difficult situations or circumstances. When most people think of mental … [Read more...] about 14 Ways to Develop and Improve Mental Toughness
18 Things Mentally Strong People Do
[wp_ad_camp_4] I found this neat illustration awhile back that points out the 18 things mentally strong people do. You may or may not agree with all the points, but check it out and let me know your thoughts. … [Read more...] about 18 Things Mentally Strong People Do