30 Character Traits of Mentally Strong PeoplePosted byLisa FulmerFind me on:LinkedInon Jan 7, 2014 11:39:00 AMForbes.com recentlycommented on an article from a licensed psychotherapistaboutmentally strongpeople and what theyarentdoing that makes them more successful in business. Wasting energy on what you cannot control, giving up after failure, and resenting other peoples success are among the list of behaviors thatmentally strong peopleavoid.

What weve learned about mental strength is that its much more than mind over matter. Mental strength requires hard work and a commitment to healthy habits. It involves evaluating your core beliefs and devoting time to self-improvement. There areseveral exercises you can tryfor developing mental strength, like replacing negative thoughts with positive ones and evaluating your core beliefs about yourself and the world around you.A mentally strong person has many distinguishable character traitswhich of these traits do you think you have?1. Tenacious2. Confident3. Optimistic4. Self-aware5. Adaptable6. Flexible7. Drama-free8. Reliable9. Consistent10. Fair11. Self-sufficient12. Hard worker13. Takes responsibility for their actions14. Understands that life is not always fair15. Welcomes challenge16. In control of their actions and emotions17. Embraces change18. Unafraid to speak up19. Navigates upsets with grace20. Willing to take calculated risks21. Learns from mistakes22. Celebrates others success23. Enjoys social interaction24. Values alone time25. No sense of entitlement26. Committed to long-term goals27. Focuses on the present and the future28. Ready for the unexpected29. Manages stress well30. Prioritizes health and well-beingDevelopingmental strengthis about honing your sense of purpose and cultivating your ability to make good things happen.Mental strengthcan be a road map for personal success in all areas of your life, especially in your career.