Twenty years ago, I partnered with Angela Duckworth to study whether grit — the passionate pursuit of long-term goals — is linked to West Point cadet candidates’ success in completing Cadet Basic ...

While modern life offers unprecedented convenience and connection, research reveals that those who came of age during the ...

The generation that survived polio epidemics and practiced air raid drills developed a psychological toughness that makes ...

Mental toughness, a construct encapsulating resilience, confidence and a commitment to challenge, is widely recognised as a critical attribute for optimising performance in competitive sports. Recent ...

In a world of increasing uncertainty, climate concerns, political polarization, economic volatility, and technological transformation, the ability to adapt to and recover from setbacks has become an ...

Resilient people are known to be aware of their emotions, are compassionate towards themselves and others, and fully embrace failure as a growing experience. They don't let any minor inconvenience ...

Regular consumption of alcohol is linked to reduced mental fortitude among soldiers. A recent analysis of Spanish Army personnel found that those who consume at least one alcoholic beverage daily ...

Wellness training has become a secondary industry within law enforcement. However, wellness presentations are anecdotal and ...

Recovering from an injury isn’t just a physical battle—it’s a mental one, too. The journey back to full health often tests your patience, emotions, and overall resilience in ways you might not expect.

Kolkata: The top academic body of IIT Kharagpur, the Senate, approved the two well-being courses — life skills and joy & ...

When times are tough, whom can you count on to have your back? Do you turn to your best friend because they provide great encouragement or a trusted Family member who always offers a safe space? If so ...