The times when you’re backed into a corner, forced to make a decision: Do you stand your ground, tap into your perseverance, grit, and adaptability? Or do you let fear and panic take over and run with it? Life doesn’t come with easy answers, but one thing that’s certain is that our character is revealed in the hardest of times. Whether it's a breakup, a personal loss, or facing two of the biggest hurricanes to hit Florida—I understand what that feels like. During those moments, you’re thrown into uncertainty, and you quickly realize that you need to learn how to navigate it. It’s not about avoiding the storm or pretending it isn’t happening. It’s about finding a way to remain calm inside, even when everything around you is chaotic. Because when your back is against the wall, you have two choices: Let fear paralyze you, or allow these moments to reveal just how strong you truly are. This is where perseverance and grit come into play. Perseverance isn’t about simply holding on; it’s actively choosing to stay focused and driven, even when everything feels like it’s pushing against you. It’s about grit—digging deep and finding that part of you that says, "I will not be broken by this." But what exactly is grit, and how does it differ from confidence? Confidence is the belief that you can do something—it’s that feeling that tells you, “Yes, I’ve got this. I have the skills, the experience, and the ability to handle this.” But grit, on the other hand, is what keeps you going when confidence starts to fade. It’s about staying committed to a goal even when the process gets hard, even when you don’t feel confident at all. Confidence helps you begin, but grit is what keeps you in the game when things get tough.   Phenyx Fit Kate Hastings Podcast  Mental Health Coach