The loss of a leg or arm can impact a person’s ability to walk or balance correctly. Daily life will be forever changed. It’s totally normal to feel a bit lost or insecure about the next steps. Developing your mental strength is key to the situation. It’s a constant practice, and you can start with some of our tips below.

Life is filled with moments when you are called to make tough decisions. In these times, you need to be mentally strong, which means navigating through complex information, managing your emotions, and adjusting your thinking. However, mental strength doesn’t simply happen. Just like physical strength, mental strength needs to be trained and developed.

Be aware of your self-talk  

First, you need to be aware of how you talk to yourself. Do you tend to be harsh? Are you constantly putting yourself down? This needs to change.

The way we talk to ourselves affects how we interact with the world. Be kind and supportive to yourself as you are to others. This step is crucial because self-doubt leads to many downfalls. Replace self-doubt with kindness, self-compassion, and optimism.

Focus on the moment  

Our brains are often thinking about a thousand thoughts, but it rarely focuses on the present. You may catch yourself thinking about the past or the future a lot, but not so much about the present moment.

The challenge you’re trying to overcome is right in front of you now. Train your mental strength by focusing your energy on the present. When you focus on the present, you will realize that this is the moment where you have the most power to make things right.

Be grateful  

Gratitude has long been recognized as a tool to develop mental strength. This is because gratitude can transform any ordinary day or circumstance into something we are thankful for.

Daily gratitude journaling helps get you into this mindset. Write three things you’re grateful for at the start of your day, and pay attention as this practice turns your mood around.

Challenge your mind  

Mental strength is built through numerous small wins, which are maintained through our choices every day. You can gain mental stamina by taking on a daily task that stretches your mental endurance. So, don’t underestimate yourself, and don’t be afraid to push yourself. Playing it safe won’t help you grow.

Respond positively  

You can’t control everything that comes your way, so do as the Stoics do—take control of your reactions and watch your progress soar.

Find solutions  

Instead of spending so much time spinning your wheels and thinking about your problems, why not focus on finding solutions? This way, you’ll be able to respond effectively.

Remember your milestones  

Most important, don’t underestimate the power of milestones. If you find yourself questioning how far you can go, remember how far you have come. Give yourself credit for the fears you’ve overcome and everything you have faced in life so far. Then you’ll realize that you can get through your present problems, too.

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