Embracing Difficult Situations as Preparation for Adversity

Intentionally immersing oneself in difficult situations is a powerful way to prepare for unexpected adversity. Physical fitness and athletics provide excellent training for handling stress in the real world. Endurance or interval training, with its exhaustion and separation of the present moment from emotions, helps build the ability to handle chaotic and stressful situations. Learning to focus on what needs to be done and calmly engaging in one exercise at a time translates into handling life's challenges. The key is to keep moving forward and not let circumstances control you.