We live in a very comfortable society that tempts us into complacency and mediocrity.
It’s very important to become more resilient and mentally strong
Here are 20 ways to challenge yourself and become mentally mightier (that helped me a lot)…
1: Seek Discomfort.
Step outside your comfort zone daily. This could be as simple as trying a new food or as challenging as public speaking.
The more you do it, the bigger your comfort zone will become.
2: Embrace Failure.
Don’t be afraid to fail. Failure is a learning opportunity.
Analyze what went wrong, adjust your approach, and try again.
3: Set Ambitious Goals and Deadlines.
Push yourself beyond what you think is possible.
Setting ambitious goals and tight deadlines forces you to grow and develop new skills.
4: Practice Mindfulness.
Mindfulness simply means be present at the moment.
Focus on your body and on the tasks at hand and nothing else.
5: Cultivate a Growth Mindset.
Everyday try to improve by 1% in your skills or your behaviors.
This mindset will help you to embrace challenges and setbacks.
6: Take Cold Showers.
They are uncomfortable at first, but this habit builds resilience.
Plus they have a lot of benefits for your health.
7: Fast Intermittently.
Challenge your body and mind by fasting for a set period. It can improve mental clarity and discipline.
Just, don’t go crazy with it: there are side effects if you do it too often.
8: Exercise Regularly.
Physical exercise is not just good for your body, it also strengthens your mind.
Especially those days when you don’t want to do it…
9: Get Enough Sleep.
Sleep deprivation weakens your mental resilience.
Aim for 6-8 hours of quality sleep each night.
10: Connect with Nature.
Spending time in nature can reduce stress and improve your mood.
Plus it’s proven that being surrounded by trees or staying near the sea can calm your emotions.
11: Practice Gratitude.
Focus on the positive aspects of your life. Gratitude can boost your resilience and overall well-being.
It’s not about the Law of Attraction or any of that B.S.: it’s about focusing on what’s good in your life.
12: Help Others.
Helping others can give you a sense of purpose and boost your self-esteem.
Do some volunteering work and it will teach you so much about yourself and the world around you.
13: Learn a New Skill.
Challenge your brain by learning something new.
It could be a language, a musical instrument, or a new sport.
14: Read Challenging Books.
Expand your knowledge by reading books that are harder than usual.
15: Travel to New Places.
You don’t have to go far either.
We often underestimate the beauties we have around our hometown…
16: Take on a Physical Challenge.
Train for a marathon, hike a mountain, or participate in a Spartan Challenge.
17: Remove temptations.
From alcohol to social media, all these temptations drain your energies and damage your focus.
Ideally, they should be completely removed from your life.
18: Practice Self-Reflection.
Regularly reflect on your experiences and identify areas for growth.
Make journaling your new, mighty habit.
19: Seek Feedback.
Especially from those people you know are tough and direct.
You’ll improve your skills and build a thicker skin in the process.
20: Surround Yourself with Positive People.
The people you spend time with influence your mindset.
Surround yourself with positive and like-minded people.