Mental toughness

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Mental toughness is a measure of individual resilience and confidence that may predict success in sport, education, and the workplace.^[1] The concept emerged in the context of sports training, as one of a set of attributes that allow a person to become a better athlete and able to cope with difficult training and difficult competitive situations and emerge without losing confidence. The term has been used by coaches, sport psychologists, sports commentators, and business leaders.

Mental toughness can be thought of as the applications of grit characteristics.^{[citation needed]} Additional synonyms might include: resilience, determined, strong-willed, and stalwart. A person who has the qualities of mental toughness might accept challenges as they arise aiding them to achieve their goals whether that be in sports, academics, or in their professions.