Mental Toughness Quiz

Self Belief:
Having and expressing an unshakable belief in one’s own skills, talents and abilities to perform successfully at the highest levels despite tough opposition.

Ambition:
Having high aspirations to set one’s own standard of excellence and to achieve status, recognition or reward by being driven to succeed unconstrained by others.

Resilience:
Having the behavioural persistence to bounce back quickly from difficulties and to see setbacks as nothing more than a minor distraction along the road to ultimate success.

Self Management:
Having the ability to manage effectively one’s own impulsive emotions and to maintain consistently good performance even when under pressure.

Optimism:
Having the ability to see ‘the big picture’, identify opportunities and maintain a strong, positive frame of mind despite setbacks and difficulties.

Determination:
Having the ability to maintain a strong drive and goal focus and avoid distractions that can interfere with optimum performance, regardless of what else is happening.

Independence:
Having the ability to work comfortably on one’s own with a minimum of supervision, or without seeking the advice or opinions of others and to be accountable for one’s actions.

Competitiveness:
Having a strong desire to strive for competitive success, but primarily focusing on challenging oneself to reach optimal performance.

Adaptability:
Having the ability to modify one’s approach to changing situations and to take calculated risks in order to achieve success or the competitive advantage.