Practice these 5 things if you want to be mentally tough:

Are you ready and willing to tap into your reservoir of inner strength to build even the toughest of minds? If so, these five very essential practices will make it really easy for you.

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1. Delay Gratification

• You’re ability to delay gratification will largely determine how far you get in life. Yes, it’s that important.
• Mentally strong people know they must prioritize long-term peace over short-term pleasure.

How to improve:

• Use the "10-Minute Rule" When tempted by a distraction-wait 10 minutes before giving in. Often, the urge will pass.

2. Show up on tough days

• Often we feel stuck right before a breakthrough.
• This is why the days when we least feel like showing up often end up being the most important. You’re capable of more than you think.

How to improve:

• Summarize your primary motivation for a goal into…