When the going gets tough, the tough get going

All of us have to face tough situations some time in our lives. It all depends on what we consider 'tough' to be.

- ARUNA LADVA

For some it could be an illness, for some it could be a broken relationship, for some it could be losing a job or not getting the 'dream' job, for some it could be death of a loved one, but for some across our world right now, tough is in another league altogether.

What is it that helps us through tough times? Those who are able to meet difficult and challenging situations are strong and determined. They take action head on, rather than giving up. Where does the strength and determination come from? When the going gets tough, we need mental and spiritual toughness to keep on going. There is a difference between mental toughness and spiritual toughness. Mental strength is often about how you handle challenges and spiritual strength is often about why you decide to face and handle them.

Mental strength is about discipline, positive self-talk, and endurance with a determined mindset. Spiritual strength is about your deeper purpose in life, the foundation of your beliefs, convictions, and faith.