🌼If you’ve experienced these 8 things in life, you’re mentally stronger than the average person

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Life can be a tough ride. It throws curveballs that test our mental strength and resilience. But hey, I’m Lachlan Brown, the founder of Hack Spirit, and I’m here to tell you that if you’ve experienced certain things in life, you’re probably mentally stronger than the average person.

You see, these life experiences aren’t just mere bumps in the road. They’re valuable lessons that shape us and make us stronger. They show us that we have the mental fortitude to overcome obstacles and come out on top.

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In this article, I’ll share with you eight such experiences. If you’ve lived through these, give yourself a pat on the back. You’re stronger than you think.

Let’s get started.

1) You’ve weathered the storm of loss

Life is a mixed bag of ups and downs. And sometimes, the downs include the heart-wrenching experience of loss.

Loss isn’t just about death. It could be losing a job, a relationship, or even something as simple as a cherished possession. But here’s the thing: experiencing loss and coming out the other side is a testament to your mental strength.

Why? Because it requires resilience and determination to pick up the pieces and move forward.

In the world of mindfulness, we’re often taught to view these losses not as setbacks, but as opportunities for growth and learning. It’s about accepting the impermanence of life and understanding that every ending paves the way for a new beginning.

If you’ve faced loss and found the strength to rise above it, you’re demonstrating a level of mental toughness that sets you apart from the average person.

I’s not about what happens to us, but how we respond to it that defines our strength.

2) You’ve endured failure and emerged stronger

Failure. It’s a word many of us fear. But let me tell you a little secret: it’s through failure that we often find our true strength.

I remember when I first started Hack Spirit, there were countless times when things didn’t go as planned. Yet, every failure was a stepping stone towards success. Yes, it was tough, but it also taught me the value of perseverance.

As Pema Chödrön, a renowned Buddhist nun, once said, “Fail better means you begin to have the ability to hold the rawness of vulnerability in your heart.”

Failure doesn’t mean you’re weak or incapable. Quite the opposite, in fact. It means you’re brave enough to take risks and resilient enough to bounce back when things don’t work out.

3) You’ve faced your fears head-on

Fear. It’s one of the most primal human emotions. It can be paralyzing, keeping us trapped in our comfort zones and preventing us from reaching our true potential.

But guess what? Facing your fears, no matter how daunting, is one of the most empowering experiences you can have.

Buddhist wisdom teaches us that fear serves as a mirror, reflecting the areas of our lives that require attention and growth. Confronting our fears is an essential part of the path to enlightenment.

If you’ve confronted your fears, if you’ve looked them in the eye and said “I’m not backing down,” then you’ve displayed an incredible amount of mental strength. It’s not easy to step outside our comfort zones and face the unknown. But doing so leads to invaluable personal growth and resilience.

It’s through acknowledging and confronting our fears that we find freedom. In the words of Buddha, “The whole secret of existence is to have no fear.”

4) You’ve cultivated mindfulness

Mindfulness. It’s a term that gets thrown around a lot these days. But truly understanding and practicing mindfulness is a deeply transformative experience.

Mindfulness is about being fully present in each moment, without judgment. It’s about observing our thoughts and feelings as they arise, without getting swept away by them.

If you’ve managed to cultivate mindfulness in your life, then you have shown an exceptional level of mental strength. It’s not easy to sit with our thoughts and feelings, especially the uncomfortable ones.

But this practice allows us to understand ourselves better and respond to life’s challenges in a more balanced, calm manner.

As mindfulness expert Jon Kabat-Zinn said, “Mindfulness is a way of befriending ourselves and our experience.” And that, my friend, takes real strength.

5) You’ve embraced the concept of non-attachment

Non-attachment is a core principle in Buddhism. It’s about understanding the transient nature of life and not clinging to people, things, or outcomes.

I’ll admit, when I first encountered the idea of non-attachment, it was a struggle to fully grasp it. I mean, isn’t it natural to care deeply about our loved ones, our ambitions, and our possessions?

But as I delved deeper into Buddhist teachings for my book, “Hidden Secrets of Buddhism: How To Live With Maximum Impact and Minimum Ego”, I realized non-attachment isn’t about indifference or lack of care. It’s about embracing change and not letting our happiness be dictated by external circumstances.

If you’ve understood and embodied this concept in your life, you’ve shown a remarkable level of mental strength. It’s not easy to let go of our attachments in a world that constantly encourages us to want more.

6) You’ve practiced self-compassion

Self-compassion. It’s something we often overlook. We’re quick to extend kindness and understanding to others, but when it comes to ourselves, we can be our own harshest critics.

Buddhist and mindfulness teachings emphasize the importance of self-compassion. It’s about acknowledging our own suffering, not being overly critical or harsh with ourselves, and understanding that everyone makes mistakes.

If you’ve managed to cultivate self-compassion in your life, you’re displaying a profound level of mental strength. It’s not easy to break free from the cycle of self-judgment and criticism, especially in a society that often values perfection over progress.

Yet, practicing self-compassion allows us to grow and learn from our mistakes without being held back by fear of failure. As renowned mindfulness expert Dr. Kristin Neff says, “With self-compassion, we give ourselves the same kindness and care we’d give to a good friend.”

After all, being able to pick ourselves up with kindness and understanding is a true mark of strength.

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7) You’ve learned to let go of control

Let’s face it, we all like to be in control. It gives us a sense of security and predictability. But life, as we all know, is anything but predictable.

Learning to let go of control, especially over things we cannot change, is a challenging yet rewarding journey. It requires a great deal of mental strength to accept that we can’t control everything around us.

Buddhist teachings tell us that the root of suffering is attachment, and this includes our attachment to control. When we learn to let go, we free ourselves from the immense stress and anxiety that comes with trying to micromanage every aspect of our lives.

Thich Nhat Hanh, a renowned Buddhist monk, once said, “Letting go gives us freedom, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.”

If you’ve managed to surrender control and embrace the uncertainty of life, then you’re exhibiting a level of mental strength that’s far beyond the norm.

Strength isn’t just about holding on; it’s also about knowing when to let go.

8) You’ve cultivated the art of doing nothing

In our hustle and bustle world, the idea of doing nothing can seem counterintuitive. We’re constantly encouraged to be productive, to fill every moment of our days with tasks and activities. But here’s a little secret: there’s immense power in doing nothing.

Mindfulness teaches us the value of stillness. It encourages us to pause, to breathe, and to simply be in the present moment. In this quiet state, we can observe our thoughts and feelings without judgment or distraction.

If you’ve managed to cultivate this art of doing nothing in your life, you’re displaying a unique form of mental strength. It takes courage and discipline to resist the urge to constantly ‘do’ and instead just ‘be’.

As mindfulness expert Jon Kabat-Zinn says, “The little things? The little moments? They aren’t little.” So if you’ve mastered the art of doing nothing and found peace in those quiet moments, you’re certainly mentally stronger than the average person. After all, it’s in the stillness that we find our true strength.

Conclusion

These eight experiences are powerful indicators of mental strength. If you’ve experienced any of these, take a moment to appreciate your resilience. You’re tougher than you think!

Remember that mental strength isn’t something we’re born with. It’s a quality we cultivate over time through our life experiences and our responses to them.

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Contributed by Lachlan Brown

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