Benefits of Mental Fitness

• Mentally fit Marines acknowledge stress, develop methods to mitigate stressors, proactively seek assistance, eliminate stigma around seeking help, help other Marines, have strong and healthy relationships with family and friends, and invest in family and work requirements.

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• They adapt knowledge and skills to new situations, which requires intelligence, creativity, and self-confidence—all traits to be strengthened to promote peak function and resilience.

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• Self-knowledge and self-assuredness are keys to effective and consistent mental strength. Persistent training improves focus and concentration, allowing Marines to perform at their best under pressure.

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• Mentally resilient Marines embrace life-long personal and professional learning, knowing it leads to faster decision-making under stress, a strong mindset, and the ability to solve complex problems.

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• Building individual and unit mental fitness reduces the likelihood of impairment, mental injury, and illness. Social fitness and spiritual fitness are also required to achieve and maintain optimal mental fitness.