88 — Mental Toughness vs. Mental Strength

Mental toughness serves a purpose in some circumstances. A tough exterior can help you get through a crisis. But mental strength is what is really needed to grow, learn, and thrive in life. The two things are often confused.

Some of the things I share today are the six key differences between mental strength and mental toughness, how to develop more strength, and the dangers of acting tough.

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