Developing Mental Strength and Resilience Quiz

Study Notes

Author Amy Morin learned from personal tragedy that focusing only on strengths can hinder progress.
Mentally strong people don't waste time feeling sorry for themselves and focus on gratitude instead of self-pity.
They don't give away their power by allowing others to control their emotions or choices.
Forgiveness and letting go of anger and resentment is important for mental strength.
Mentally strong people embrace change and commit to it to find success.
The five stages of change are pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
They don't focus on things they can't control and let go of the superhero complex.
Mentally strong people don't shy away from difficult situations and instead face them head-on.
They don't fear taking calculated risks and learn from their failures.
They don't repeat the same mistakes and instead learn from them to improve themselves.
Terry Fox was diagnosed with bone cancer at 18 and ran to raise money for cancer research.
Excessive people-pleasing wastes time and energy and can negatively impact mental strength.
Taking calculated risks and facing fears can make you mentally stronger.
Dwelling on the past can prevent you from enjoying the present and living life to the fullest.
Learning from mistakes and taking steps to avoid repeating them is a sign of mental strength.
Envy of other people's success can lead to resentment and distract from personal growth.
Mental strength can be developed through intentional actions and mindset shifts.
Mental strength involves focusing on what you can control and accepting what you cannot.
Mental strength involves being resilient in the face of adversity and setbacks.
Mental strength involves building positive relationships and setting healthy boundaries.

Milton Hershey and H.B. Reese collaborated and supported each other's businesses, leading to their eventual merger.
Failure is a part of the path to success and should be viewed as a learning opportunity.
Hard work and perseverance are more important than talent for achieving success.
Spending time alone in silence can lead to renewal, reflection, and mindfulness.
Entitlement can be a result of parents failing to teach their children responsibility.
Mentally strong people focus on giving, not taking.
Patience is necessary for achieving success.
Immediate results should not be expected.
Success often comes after a long road of failure and perseverance.
Mindfulness and meditation can positively impact mental health and well-being.