Physical toughness requires strength, but strength is just the starting point. Physical toughness goes beyond just the physical part. A coach can push someone to be physically strong, but a coach can’t push someone to be physically tough. Physical toughness is a measure of how your body can endure pain caused by fatigue and adverse […]
Today I was talking with my son about the difference between adversity vs. tragedy and perseverance vs. resilience. The conversation was in the context of the results of his wrestling matches this morning. This weekend he is competing at the National Middle School Duals in Toledo, OH. To sum up our conversation, I was explaining […]
When a child has a strong belief system it’s like them having an invisible superpower. That superpower often goes by the name of faith. Faith that things will get better, that success is around the corner, and that your mind is more powerful than your body. Parents who teach their children to tap into these […]