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12 Practical Habits To Build a Strong Mind

Omolara Rafiu

Having a strong mind can also be translated to mean being resilient. When you have a strong mind, it will help you overcome obstacles in life and will have you rising  like a phoenix from the ashes. Here is a compilation of 12 practical habits that can help you build a strong mind.

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Do not run away from challenges

You need to understand that challenges are a part of life and they will never stop coming. How you respond to them is what matters. You can either be a victim or a game changer, have your pick.

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Do not dwell on the past

One of the fastest ways to weaken your heart is by dwelling on the past. You need to always understand that the past is the past, you cannot change it and you have no power over it. What you can change and shape however, is your future which you SHOULD be focusing on.

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Practice Solitude

Learn to enjoy your own company. Solitude gives you the chance to reflect as well to understand yourself better. Some solitude practices include meditation, moments alone in nature and pursuing personal hobbies like painting.

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Be patient with yourself

Do not be too hard on yourself, when you set out to do a thing and it's not going as planned, give it time. Being too hard on yourself  can lead to self resentment which will in turn weaken your mind.

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Don't Be Afraid of Failure

Not giving things a try out of the fear of failure is only stopping you from getting the experience and lessons to build grit and help you overcome the obstacles of life. See failure as an opportunity to learn instead of giving up.

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Avoid Comparison

Like the popular saying goes, comparison is the thief of joy. Always remember that individuals have different strengths and weaknesses. That way you build up resilience in your mind and you never get intimidated by others.

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Focus on Your Strength

Instead of focusing on your weaknesses while getting intimidated by other people's strengths, focus on YOUR own strength and build it.

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Avoid Jealousy

People who have a strong mind are never jealous of others as they totally understand that another person's success doesn't take away from theirs,rather, they genuinely celebrate other people's victories while working on their own goals.

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Shut Out Negative Thoughts

Accommodating negative thoughts or negative self-talk is one of the quickest ways to weaken your mind. If you wish to have a strong mind, immediately these thoughts rears up, you shut them down.

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Don't Encourage Self Pity

YOU ARE NOT A VICTIM. Regardless of what happens to you in life, always erase any form of victim mentality. Shake it off and get going.

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Don't Encourage Self Pity

YOU ARE NOT A VICTIM. Regardless of what happens to you in life, always erase any form of victim mentality. Shake it off and get going.

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Be Compassionate

Having a strong mind doesn't mean having a stone cold heart. You can be strong as well as compassionate. Be helpful to others and let others help you too when you are in need.

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Be Your Own Greatest Cheerleader

When nobody is there to acknowledge or celebrate your efforts, be your own greatest cheerleader and celebrate your wins and efforts.

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