Facing challenges usually isolates people leaving them feeling like they are the only ones facing a difficult time. Surely that’s not the case. At any given moment, there are multiple people facing similar situations all over the world. Trials feel alienating, but you’ve actually got more in common with people than you might believe.
How you manage a difficult time is unique. Being brave might look one way for someone and entirely different for someone else. It might seem hard to copy and paste the actions of brave people because what they are doing might feel foreign to you. You don’t have to focus on what you don’t have in common with someone else, just focus on what you do have in common.
Brave people have three core things in common
- Core Beliefs
- Community
- Confidence
These three common characteristics translate to anyone facing difficult times. Though the methodology might seem different. Let’s take a look.
Brave people have rooted core beliefs – Part of a brave mindset includes core beliefs of optimism, hope, purpose. It’s easier to be brave and feel bulletproof when your core beliefs include positive baselines. You may not know what the outcome will be, but if you operate from a firm belief that things work out for the highest and best then you start to look for the good in the situation and expect the best.
Brave people engage community – Bravery can be enhanced by community. Being able to walk things out while supported by others helps. Either plugging into an existing community or finding one that is specifically equipped to help with a current situation can make a big difference in how easily you can manage a difficult time.
Brave people build confidence – You don’t have to be confident to be brave, but the act of being brave and tackling tough situations builds the confidence you need. Your confidence can grow over time as you take action and push through. Even setbacks can feel valuable when you start to see that you’ve got what it takes to withstand the storm.
How you walk out your difficult time may look nothing like someone else, but you likely have more in common with brave people than you thought. These three core characteristics help you become bulletproof and face difficult times with bravery.
